How long do planning decisions take near Vigo?

The average planning decision time near Vigo is 61 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 Vigo?

The planning approval rate near Vigo is 60%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Vigo?

The most common type of planning application near Vigo is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Vigo?

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Vigo, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Vigo, West Midlands.

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About Vigo

Vigo is a city and municipality located in the autonomous community of Galicia, within the province of Pontevedra, Spain. As the capital of the comarca of Vigo, it is situated on the southern shore of the Ria de Vigo, an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean, making it a significant coastal area in the northwest of the Iberian Peninsula. This vibrant locale may present various opportunities and considerations for planning applications related to coastal development and urban expansion.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £221,934 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Walsall
Parliamentary constituency: Aldridge-Brownhills
LSOA: Walsall 007A

Crime Statistics

114 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 48
criminal-damage-arson: 14
shoplifting: 14
public-order: 9
other-theft: 8
vehicle-crime: 8
burglary: 5
anti-social-behaviour: 3
other-crime: 3
drugs: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Vigo.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Vigo.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Vigo based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Vigo.

- ENOVERT NORTH LIMITED, HIGHFIELDS SOUTH LANDFILL, WALSALL ROAD, WALSALL WOOD, WALSALL, WS9 9AH
Section 73 application to vary condition 1 of planning permission 17/0244 to allow an additional 4 years, until 31.12.29, to complete the existing approved scheme for the landfill of the former Highfi
Type: Other | Council: Walsall | Date: 2025-07-23
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- HORSE AND JOCKEY, 146, WALSALL ROAD, WALSALL WOOD, WALSALL, WS9 9AJ
Advertisement consent for the installation of illuminated signage for a food retail store to include: 2no. branded fascia signs above the main store entrance, 5no. wall mounted billboards attached to
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Walsall | Date: 2023-12-20
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- 3, VIGO TERRACE, WALSALL WOOD, WALSALL, WS9 9LF
Erection of a single storey rear and forward extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2023-10-12
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- 2, VIGO TERRACE, WALSALL WOOD, WALSALL, WS9 9LF
Proposed single storey front, side and rear extensions, and two storey side extension. Garage conversion and additional three north side facing windows in existing dwelling, and to retain 900mm high b
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2022-11-01
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- S/O 2, VIGO TERRACE AND S/O ROBERTS CLOSE JNC, VIGO ROAD, WALSALL WOOD, WALSALL, WS9 9LF
Installation of 2 10M wooden poles
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Walsall | Date: 2022-10-28
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- 11 , Vigo Terrace, Walsall Wood, WS9 9LF
Single storey front extension and new pitched roof to front of property.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2021-08-27
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- 26, VIGO CLOSE, WALSALL WOOD, WALSALL, WS9 9LH
Single storey rear and side extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2018-03-29
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- 24 BROOKLAND GROVE,WALSALL,WS9 9LU
Conversion of garage and new window and infill brickwork on the front elevation.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2015-02-19
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- 1 VIGO TERRACE,WALSALL WOOD,WS9 9LF
Two storey rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Walsall | Date: 2011-05-04
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A brief summary of Vigo in West Midlands

Property prices in Vigo show an average sale price of £221,934, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Vigo area recorded 114 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Vigo includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Jockey Fields SSSI, Swan Pool & The Swag SSSI, Stubbers Green Bog SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Vigo

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Vigo. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Vigo.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Vigo slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Vigo were full planning applications (12), amendments (5), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 52% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 21 smaller schemes were submitted.

9 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (44% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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