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Planning in Wombourne

Approved
87%
66 of 75 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wombourne in the last 24 months, from South Staffordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Wombourne

Postcode districts

WV5 108 applications in the last 12 monthsDY3 109 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Staffordshire District Council

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About Wombourne

Wombourne is a significant village and civil parish in South Staffordshire, England, situated just 4 miles (6 km) southwest of Wolverhampton and adjacent to the West Midlands county. Its strategic location makes it a key area for planning applications, with potential developments influenced by its proximity to both urban and rural settings. The settlement has a population of approximately 13,799 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Staffordshire district.

Property prices in Wombourne show an average sale price of £245,024, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wombourne 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 Wombourne a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wombourne has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wombourne 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 Wombourne, 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, 97 planning applications were submitted near Wombourne. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (35), tree works (19), outline applications (7). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wombourne?
In the last 24 months, 97 planning applications were submitted near Wombourne. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wombourne?
The average planning decision time near Wombourne is 56 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 Wombourne?
The planning approval rate near Wombourne is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wombourne?
The most common type of planning application near Wombourne is full planning applications, with 35 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wombourne?
You can search and track planning applications near Wombourne on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.