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Planning in Turves Green

Approved
86%
36 of 41 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Turves Green in the last 24 months, from Birmingham City Council's planning register.

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Around Turves Green

Postcode districts

B31 89 applications in the last 12 monthsB38 38 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Birmingham City Council

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About Turves Green

Turves Green is a locality in Birmingham, situated across the boundaries of West Heath and Northfield, with Longbridge adjacent to it. The area is traversed by a road also named Turves Green, making it a notable point for planning applications and developments in the region.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Turves Green 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 Turves Green 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, Turves Green 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Turves Green, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Turves Green. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Turves Green?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Turves Green. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Turves Green?
The average planning decision time near Turves Green is 84 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 Turves Green?
The planning approval rate near Turves Green is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Turves Green?
The most common type of planning application near Turves Green is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Turves Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Turves Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.