How long do planning decisions take near Wythall?

The average planning decision time near Wythall is 46 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 Wythall?

The planning approval rate near Wythall is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wythall?

The most common type of planning application near Wythall is outline applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wythall?

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Wythall, Worcestershire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wythall, Worcestershire.

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About Wythall

Wythall is a sizable village and civil parish located in the Bromsgrove District of Worcestershire, England, bordering the urban areas of Solihull and Birmingham. As of the 2021 UK census, Wythall has a population of 12,269, making it a significant community for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

Population: 12,276 (2021)

District: Bromsgrove

Website: http://bromsgrove.whub.org.uk/home/bdc-parish-councils-wythall.htm

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Area Information

Admin district: Bromsgrove
Parliamentary constituency: Bromsgrove
LSOA: Bromsgrove 005C

Crime Statistics

41 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

shoplifting: 12
violent-crime: 10
vehicle-crime: 5
anti-social-behaviour: 4
other-theft: 3
burglary: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 2
public-order: 1
robbery: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wythall.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wythall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Wythall.

- 116 Station Road Wythall Worcestershire B47 6AB
The property is being re developed, it currently has no roof. The new roof approved by planning last year Is an attic truss roof. This will require a crane to lift them into place. 2 branches overhang
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bromsgrove Redditch | Date: 2026-04-23
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- 18 Ann Road Wythall Worcestershire B47 6EP
Double storey side extension and single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bromsgrove Redditch | Date: 2026-01-22
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- Land South Of Station Road Wythall Worcestershire
(THIS IS NOT A PLANNING APPLICATION) Town & Country Planning (Environmental Impact Assessment) Regulations 2017 (as amended) - Request for Screening Opinion. Development of Land South of Station Road,
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bromsgrove Redditch | Date: 2026-01-16
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- St Aidan's Church Station Road Wythall Worcestershire B47 6AG
Oak tree on west boundary, it is proposed to reduce the overall crown by 40%, to achieve a reduction of approx 3m to the height and 2.5m to the spread each side after pruning. The partial reduction wi
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bromsgrove Redditch | Date: 2025-11-10
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A brief summary of Wythall in Worcestershire

The Wythall area recorded 41 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.

Wythall 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wythall planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://bromsgrove.whub.org.uk/home/bdc-parish-councils-wythall.htm. 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.

Planning Activity in Wythall

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Wythall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Wythall may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wythall were outline applications (7), full planning applications (2), tree works (2).

In terms of development scale, 4 large-scale (major) developments, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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