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Planning in Upper Catshill

Approved
76%
22 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Upper Catshill in the last 24 months, from Bromsgrove District Council's planning register.

Decided by Bromsgrove District CouncilCouncil page

Around Upper Catshill

Postcode districts

B61 206 applications in the last 12 monthsB60 165 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bromsgrove District Council

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About Upper Catshill

Upper Catshill is a village located within the civil parish of Catshill and North Marlbrook in the Bromsgrove district of Worcestershire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles north of Bromsgrove and 10 miles south-west of Birmingham, this area has developed around the A38 Turnpike Road since the parish was established in 1844, making it a notable location for planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Upper Catshill show an average sale price of £320,087, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Catshill 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 Upper Catshill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper Catshill has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Catshill 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 Upper Catshill, 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, 49 planning applications were submitted near Upper Catshill. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were outline applications (7), full planning applications (3), tree works (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Catshill?
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Upper Catshill. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Catshill?
The average planning decision time near Upper Catshill is 58 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 Upper Catshill?
The planning approval rate near Upper Catshill is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Catshill?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Catshill is outline applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Catshill?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Catshill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.