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Planning in Upper Witton

Approved
80%
37 of 44 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Upper Witton

Postcode districts

B23 71 applications in the last 12 monthsB44 71 applications in the last 12 monthsB6 55 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 Upper Witton

Upper Witton is a settlement located in West Midlands, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Witton 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 Witton 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, Upper Witton 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 Upper Witton, 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, 47 planning applications were submitted near Upper Witton. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were outline applications (18), full planning applications (16), amendments (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Witton?
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Upper Witton. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Witton?
The average planning decision time near Upper Witton 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 Upper Witton?
The planning approval rate near Upper Witton is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Witton?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Witton is outline applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Witton?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Witton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.