How long do planning decisions take near Woodsetton?

The average planning decision time near Woodsetton is 58 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 Woodsetton?

The planning approval rate near Woodsetton is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woodsetton?

The most common type of planning application near Woodsetton is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woodsetton?

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Woodsetton, West Midlands Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woodsetton, West Midlands.

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About Woodsetton

Woodsetton, located in the Dudley Metropolitan Borough of the West Midlands, is approximately 2 miles northwest of Dudley Town Centre. Historically part of the Sedgley Urban District, it underwent reorganisation in 1926, resulting in a portion being incorporated into the Dudley County Borough to facilitate the development of the Priory Estate, and a shift in jurisdiction from Staffordshire to Worcestershire. This evolving landscape may influence planning applications and development opportunities in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £224,037 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dudley
Parliamentary constituency: Dudley
LSOA: Dudley 008F

Crime Statistics

181 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 78
criminal-damage-arson: 24
vehicle-crime: 21
public-order: 13
anti-social-behaviour: 10
burglary: 9
other-theft: 9
other-crime: 5
drugs: 4
shoplifting: 4
robbery: 3
possession-of-weapons: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woodsetton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woodsetton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Woodsetton.

- WHITE LION INN, 104, BILSTON STREET, SEDGLEY, DUDLEY, DY3 1JF
Proposed canopy to existing dining room and enlarged garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dudley | Date: 2026-02-18
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- BEACON HOTEL, 129, BILSTON STREET, SEDGLEY, DUDLEY, DY3 1JE
Listed Building Consent for the retrospective change of use of first-floor residential accommodation to ancillary office space, roof extension to existing outbuilding to form garden room, erection of
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dudley | Date: 2026-02-02
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- BEACON HOTEL, 129 BILSTON ST, SEDGLEY, DY3 1JE
Retrospective change of use of first-floor residential accommodation to ancillary office space, roof extension to existing outbuilding to form garden room, erection of railings to boundary wall and te
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dudley | Date: 2026-01-30
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- 12, Daffodil Close, Sedgley, Dudley, DY3 1DT
Ramp at front elevation
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Dudley | Date: 2025-10-03
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- 23, TURLS HILL ROAD, SEDGLEY, DUDLEY, DY3 1HQ
Single story side and rear extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Dudley | Date: 2024-09-16
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- LAND SOUTH OF BILSTON STREET, SEDGLEY, DUDLEY, DY3 1JB
Discharge of Condition: 22 - Highways
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dudley | Date: 2024-02-21
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- QUEEN VICTORIA PRIMARY SCHOOL, BILSTON STREET, SEDGLEY, DUDLEY, WEST MIDLANDS, DY3 1JB
Prune 1 Ash tree by 3-4 metres (T1). Remove deadwood from 1 Ash tree (T2)
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Dudley | Date: 2024-02-05
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- 140, TIPTON ROAD, SEDGLEY, DUDLEY, DY3 1BY
Part A Refuse: Crown thin beech tree Part B Approve: Crown lifting of 3m to 1 Li
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Dudley | Date: 2024-01-26
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- 6, ST MARYS CLOSE, SEDGLEY, DUDLEY, DY3 1LD
Fell 1x Sycamore tree (front garden)
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Dudley | Date: 2023-06-22
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A brief summary of Woodsetton in West Midlands

Property prices in Woodsetton show an average sale price of £224,037, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Woodsetton area recorded 181 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.

Woodsetton 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 Woodsetton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wren's Nest SSSI; 2 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 Woodsetton

In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Woodsetton. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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 Woodsetton.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Woodsetton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Woodsetton were full planning applications (14), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (4). Full planning applications account for 47% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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