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Planning in Tipton

Approved
94%
31 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Tipton in the last 24 months, from Sandwell Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

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About Tipton

Tipton is an industrial town located in the Black Country region of the West Midlands, within the metropolitan borough of Sandwell. With a population of 38,777 as recorded in the 2011 UK Census, it lies strategically between Birmingham and Wolverhampton, and shares borders with Darlaston, Dudley, Wednesbury, and Bilston, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development projects. The town has a population of approximately 38,777. It sits within the Sandwell district.

Property prices in Tipton show an average sale price of £218,014, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Tipton area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Tipton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tipton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Tipton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 74 planning applications were submitted near Tipton. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), amendments (6), outline applications (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tipton?
In the last 24 months, 74 planning applications were submitted near Tipton. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Tipton?
The average planning decision time near Tipton is 51 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Tipton?
The planning approval rate near Tipton is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tipton?
The most common type of planning application near Tipton is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tipton?
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