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Planning in Whitlock's End

Approved
78%
29 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Whitlock's End

Dickens Heath is a contemporary village and civil parish located in the borough of Solihull, West Midlands, which includes the historic hamlet of Whitlock's End. Once part of the Hockley Heath civil parish, it shares borders with Cheswick Green and Tidbury Green in Solihull, as well as Major's Green in Worcestershire. This blend of modern development and historical charm makes Dickens Heath an interesting area for planning applications.

Property prices in Whitlock's End show an average sale price of £394,840, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Whitlock's End 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 Whitlock's End a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Whitlock's End has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whitlock's 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Whitlock's 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, 65 planning applications were submitted near Whitlock's End. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (9), tree works (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whitlock's End?
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Whitlock's End. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Whitlock's End?
The average planning decision time near Whitlock's End is 92 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 Whitlock's End?
The planning approval rate near Whitlock's End is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whitlock's End?
The most common type of planning application near Whitlock's End is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whitlock's End?
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