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Planning in West Bromwich

Approved
94%
75 of 78 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About West Bromwich

West Bromwich, often referred to as West Brom, is a market town located in the borough of Sandwell, West Midlands, England, and lies 5 miles northwest of Birmingham. As a key part of the Black Country, it reflects a rich cultural heritage and unique dialect. With a population of 103,112 recorded in the 2021 Census, West Bromwich offers various opportunities for urban development and planning applications in a vibrant community setting.

Property prices in West Bromwich show an average sale price of £229,205, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The West Bromwich area recorded 369 crimes in the most recent reporting period (February 2026). As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Bromwich 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near West Bromwich, 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, 173 planning applications were submitted near West Bromwich. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (66), outline applications (21), discharge of conditions (13). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Bromwich?
In the last 24 months, 173 planning applications were submitted near West Bromwich. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Bromwich?
The average planning decision time near West Bromwich is 58 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 West Bromwich?
The planning approval rate near West Bromwich is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Bromwich?
The most common type of planning application near West Bromwich is full planning applications, with 66 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Bromwich?
You can search and track planning applications near West Bromwich on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.