How long do planning decisions take near Wilnecote?

The average planning decision time near Wilnecote is 55 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 Wilnecote?

The planning approval rate near Wilnecote is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wilnecote?

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

How can I track planning applications near Wilnecote?

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Wilnecote, Staffordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wilnecote, Staffordshire.

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About Wilnecote

Wilnecote is a suburban area located approximately two miles southeast of Tamworth in Staffordshire, although it also falls within the historic boundaries of Warwickshire. Nestled between the River Tame to the west and Kettle Brook to the north and east, Wilnecote is one of the largest communities in the region, making it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £258,603 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tamworth
Parliamentary constituency: Tamworth
LSOA: Tamworth 010A

Crime Statistics

158 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 76
anti-social-behaviour: 25
public-order: 10
criminal-damage-arson: 9
other-theft: 9
drugs: 6
vehicle-crime: 6
burglary: 4
robbery: 4
shoplifting: 4
possession-of-weapons: 3
other-crime: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wilnecote.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wilnecote based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Wilnecote.

- 23 Lowes Drive Belgrave Tamworth Staffordshire B77 2TT
Partial garage conversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tamworth | Date: 2026-02-09
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- 387 Wilnecote Lane Belgrave Tamworth Staffordshire B77 2LY
Garage conversion with single storey front extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Tamworth | Date: 2026-01-19
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- Land off Lyndale Wilnecote Tamworth B77 5DX
Construction of 6 dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tamworth | Date: 2025-12-30
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- Hartshill Cottage Parson Street Wilnecote Tamworth B77 5BD
Erection of a second storey extension to form new 2 Bedroom Flat (re-submission of application 0119/2023)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Tamworth | Date: 2024-03-22
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- 33 Shannon Belgrave Tamworth Staffordshire B77 2NZ
Erection of a single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Tamworth | Date: 2023-06-14
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- Hartshill Cottage Parson Street Wilnecote Tamworth B77 5BD
Erection of a second storey extension to form new 2 Bedroom Flat
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Tamworth | Date: 2023-03-31
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A brief summary of Wilnecote in Staffordshire

Property prices in Wilnecote show an average sale price of £258,603, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Wilnecote area recorded 158 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.

Wilnecote has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wilnecote. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Wilnecote

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Wilnecote. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 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 Wilnecote.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wilnecote were full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 71% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.

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