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Planning in Walsall

Approved
72%
92 of 115 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Walsall in the last 24 months, from Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Walsall Metropolitan Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Walsall

Postcode districts

WS1 56 applications in the last 12 monthsWS2 39 applications in the last 12 monthsWS4 35 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Walsall Metropolitan Borough Council

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About Walsall

Walsall is a market town and the administrative hub of the Metropolitan Borough of Walsall, situated in the Black Country region of the West Midlands, England. Located 9 miles northwest of Birmingham and 7 miles east of Wolverhampton, Walsall offers a strategic position for planning applications, with its historical roots in Staffordshire enhancing its local character and development potential. The town has a population of approximately 67,594 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Walsall district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Walsall 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 Walsall 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, Walsall 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://cms.walsall.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Walsall, 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, 162 planning applications were submitted near Walsall. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 99 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (56), amendments (26), tree works (17). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Walsall?
In the last 24 months, 162 planning applications were submitted near Walsall. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Walsall?
The average planning decision time near Walsall is 99 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 Walsall?
The planning approval rate near Walsall is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Walsall?
The most common type of planning application near Walsall is full planning applications, with 56 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Walsall?
You can search and track planning applications near Walsall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.