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Planning in Witton

Approved
75%
21 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Witton

Postcode districts

B23 71 applications in the last 12 monthsB6 53 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 Witton

Witton is an inner-city area in Birmingham, West Midlands, historically part of the ancient parish of Aston in Warwickshire. It is notable for being the location of Aston Villa Football Club, with its stadium, Villa Park, serving as a key landmark in the area. This vibrant community may present various planning opportunities and developments, making it a focal point for research into local planning applications. It sits within the Birmingham district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Witton 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 Witton 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, Witton 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 Witton, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Witton. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were outline applications (12), full planning applications (9), amendments (1).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Witton?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Witton. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Witton?
The average planning decision time near Witton is 50 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 Witton?
The planning approval rate near Witton is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Witton?
The most common type of planning application near Witton is outline applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Witton?
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