How long do planning decisions take near Wollescote?

The average planning decision time near Wollescote 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 Wollescote?

The planning approval rate near Wollescote is 56%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wollescote?

The most common type of planning application near Wollescote is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wollescote?

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Wollescote, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wollescote, West Midlands.

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About Wollescote

Wollescote is a residential area located in Stourbridge within the Dudley district of the West Midlands, England. It is part of the Cradley and Wollescote ward and falls under the Halesowen parliamentary constituency, making it a pertinent location for those interested in planning applications in a vibrant community setting.

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Area Information

Admin district: Bromsgrove
Parliamentary constituency: Bromsgrove
LSOA: Bromsgrove 001D

Crime Statistics

118 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 50
shoplifting: 12
vehicle-crime: 12
other-theft: 9
criminal-damage-arson: 8
public-order: 7
drugs: 6
other-crime: 4
burglary: 3
possession-of-weapons: 3
anti-social-behaviour: 2
robbery: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wollescote.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wollescote based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Wollescote.

- 35, PERRINS LANE, WOLLESCOTE, STOURBRIDGE, DY9 8XP
Prior Notification for the erection of a single storey rear extension with a projection of 6.00m from rear wall, 2.70m to eaves and 3.00m maximum height (following demolition of existing rear extensio
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Dudley | Date: 2026-02-23
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- 74, WYNALL LANE, WOLLESCOTE, STOURBRIDGE, DY9 9AQ
Change of use of former ground floor hot food takeaway to habitable space as part of existing dwelling (Use Class C3), single storey front/side extension and external alteration to remove shopfront an
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Dudley | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 35, CENTRAL AVENUE, WOLLESCOTE, STOURBRIDGE, DY9 9BT
Prior Notification for the erection of a single storey rear extension with a projection of 6m from rear wall, 2.5m to eaves and 4m maximum height
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dudley | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 51, WYNALL LANE, WOLLESCOTE, STOURBRIDGE, DY9 9AA
Two storey side and single storey front and rear extensions (following demolitio
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Dudley | Date: 2023-07-11
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- 25, HILL TOP, WOLLESCOTE, STOURBRIDGE, DY9 9BZ
Prior Notification for the erection of a single storey rear extension with a pro
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dudley | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Wollescote in West Midlands

The Wollescote area recorded 118 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.

Wollescote has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Wollescote includes 11 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Wollescote

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Wollescote. Of these, 56% 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 Wollescote.

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 Wollescote were full planning applications (8), outline applications (5), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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