New build approval rate in Sandwell
Sandwell approved 88.7% of new build applications, based on 53 decisions analysed.
Last updated: October 2026
88.7%
new build approval rate
53
New build decisions
47
Approved
6
Refused
93.0%
Sandwell overall
This rate rests on 53 decisions, a small sample, so treat it with caution.
How new build applications compare in Sandwell
New build
88.7%
Sandwell all applications
93.0%
Before you apply in Sandwell
This page shows the council-wide rate. The free check shows decisions near your property.
✓ Your ward's new build approval rate
✓ Nearest comparable new build decisions
✓ Refusal triggers specific to your area
✓ PDF report for your architect
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✓ Nearest comparable new build decisions
✓ Refusal triggers specific to your area
✓ PDF report for your architect
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Other project types in Sandwell
93.3%
94.5%
92.0%
95.5%
90.8%
94.6%
88.0%
96.1%
93.4%
92.2%
100.0%
97.1%
96.6%
93.3%