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Planning in Ward End

Approved
86%
109 of 121 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Ward End

Postcode districts

B8 89 applications in the last 12 monthsB36 122 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 Ward End

Ward End is a vibrant area in Birmingham, England, situated between Saltley, Hodge Hill, and Stechford. It features Ward End Park, a historic public park that has served the community for over a century, making it a key location for potential planning applications and development projects in the region.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Ward End 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, Ward End 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 Ward End, 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, 135 planning applications were submitted near Ward End. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were outline applications (59), full planning applications (42), telecoms (8).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ward End?
In the last 24 months, 135 planning applications were submitted near Ward End. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ward End?
The average planning decision time near Ward End is 57 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 Ward End?
The planning approval rate near Ward End is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ward End?
The most common type of planning application near Ward End is outline applications, with 59 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ward End?
You can search and track planning applications near Ward End on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.