How long do planning decisions take near Walmley?

The average planning decision time near Walmley is 65 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 Walmley?

The planning approval rate near Walmley is 63%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Walmley?

The most common type of planning application near Walmley is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Walmley?

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Walmley, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Walmley, West Midlands.

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About Walmley

Walmley is a suburban village located in the civil parish of Sutton Coldfield, within the City of Birmingham's northeastern outskirts. Nestled close to Minworth and Erdington, it serves as the focal point of the Sutton New Hall Birmingham City Council ward, approximately 7 miles from Birmingham City Centre. This area is significant for planning applications, given its integration with surrounding communities and its strategic position within the Sutton Walmley and Minworth electoral ward.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £375,102 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Birmingham
Parliamentary constituency: Sutton Coldfield
LSOA: Birmingham 006B

Crime Statistics

84 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

shoplifting: 27
violent-crime: 25
burglary: 7
other-theft: 7
criminal-damage-arson: 6
vehicle-crime: 6
robbery: 3
public-order: 2
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Walmley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Walmley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Walmley.

- Walmley Social Club Fox Hollies Road Sutton Coldfield Birmingham B76 2RJ
Application for a prior notification for the installation of 23.1m high telecommunications mast with associated antennas, transmission dishes, equipment cabinets and ancillary development works
Type: Telecoms | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-04-01
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- footpath outside 44 Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield Birmingham B76 1NR
Display of 2no. internally illuminated digital advertisement panels on BT street hub unit
Type: Advertising | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-02-04
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- footpath outside 44 Walmley Road Sutton Coldfield Birmingham B76 1NR
Installation of 1no. BT street hub unit
Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2026-02-04
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- 96 Walmley Ash Road Sutton Coldfield B76 1HY
Erection of first floor side and rear extension infill over exisiting ground floor with loft conversion with dormer window to rear
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-07-30
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- 7 Vales Close Sutton Coldfield Birmingham B76 1LJ
Lawful development certificate for proposed single storey rear extension and front porch canopy extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2025-07-14
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- Streetworks next to 365 Eachelhurst Road Sutton Coldfield Birmingham B76 1DP
Application for a prior notification for the installation of a 20m high telecommunications mast with associated 6no. antennas, 2no. transmission dishes, 2no. equipment cabinets and ancillary developme
Status: Rejected | Type: Telecoms | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2024-07-12
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- 12 Wrens Park Avenue Sutton Coldfield Birmingham B76 1LP
Erection of single storey front and first floor front extension, replacement of existing lean to with new side extension and new canopy over existing porch
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Birmingham | Date: 2024-05-16
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A brief summary of Walmley in West Midlands

Property prices in Walmley show an average sale price of £375,102, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Walmley area recorded 84 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 Walmley includes 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 Walmley

In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Walmley. Of these, 63% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 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 Walmley.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Walmley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Walmley were full planning applications (15), outline applications (3), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 63% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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