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Planning in Wolverley

Approved
72%
13 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wolverley in the last 24 months, from Wyre Forest District Council's planning register.

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Around Wolverley

Postcode districts

DY11 220 applications in the last 12 monthsDY10 239 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wyre Forest District Council

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About Wolverley

Wolverley is a picturesque village located in the Wyre Forest District of Worcestershire, England, just 2 miles north of Kidderminster. Alongside the nearby village of Cookley, it forms a civil parish and is situated by the River Stour and the Staffordshire and Worcestershire Canal. With a population of 2,096 recorded in the 2001 census, Wolverley, historically referred to as "Overley," offers potential for various planning applications amidst its charming rural setting.

Property prices in Wolverley show an average sale price of £251,245, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Wolverley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wolverley has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wolverley 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 Wolverley, 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 Wolverley. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were amendments (4), full planning applications (3), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wolverley?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Wolverley. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wolverley?
The average planning decision time near Wolverley is 60 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 Wolverley?
The planning approval rate near Wolverley is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wolverley?
The most common type of planning application near Wolverley is amendment applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wolverley?
You can search and track planning applications near Wolverley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.