How many planning applications has Shropshire Council received?

Shropshire Council received 1,170 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 89%.

How long does Shropshire Council take to decide planning applications?

Shropshire Council takes an average of 37 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Shropshire Council?

Shropshire Council approves 89% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I search Shropshire Council planning applications?

You can search Shropshire Council planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the Shropshire Council area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

How do I object to a planning application in Shropshire Council?

To object to a Shropshire Council planning application, you must submit your representation to Shropshire Council during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Shropshire Council planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a Shropshire Council planning decision?

Yes. If Shropshire Council refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1000 appeals were lodged against Shropshire Council decisions in the last 24 months, with a 25% success rate.

Shropshire Council Planning Applications

Search and explore Shropshire Council planning applications. Planning Signal is your free alternative to the Shropshire Council planning portal — search all recent applications, track decisions, and get alerts on new developments in the area.

Region: West Midlands

About Shropshire Council

Shropshire Council serves as the local authority for the non-metropolitan county of Shropshire in the West Midlands, having transitioned to a unitary authority in 2009. Previously known as Shropshire County Council and Salop County Council, it now combines the responsibilities of both a county and district council. Notably, the non-metropolitan county of Shropshire is distinct from the larger ceremonial county, which also encompasses Telford and Wrekin, making it essential for those researching planning applications to understand the council's jurisdiction and structure.

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to Shropshire Council, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Shropshire Council
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in Shropshire Council mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £367,824 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Shropshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Shropshire
LSOA: Shropshire 030B

Crime Statistics

6 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 5
shoplifting: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in Shropshire Council.

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 Shropshire Council based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in Shropshire Council

1182 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the Shropshire Council area.

Monitoring Stations

3 flood monitoring stations near Shropshire Council.

Rainfall station
Rainfall station
Clungunford (River Clun)

A brief summary of Shropshire Council

The average property sale price in the Shropshire Council area is £367,824, based on 50 recent transactions.

Neighbourhood safety in the Shropshire Council area is generally good, with 6 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Conservation Areas

There are 122 designated conservation areas within the Shropshire Council area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: Belle Vue, Harlescott, Meole Brace, Acton Burnell, Alberbury, Cardington, Church Pulverbatch, Condover, Habberley, Harley, and 112 more.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The Shropshire Council area includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Shropshire Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

The council area encompasses 1182 towns and villages, including Bishop's Castle, Bridgnorth, Ludlow, Market Drayton, Much Wenlock and Newport. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search Shropshire Council Planning Applications

Planning Signal provides a free, fast planning search for Shropshire Council. Use the postcode search above to find planning applications near any address in the Shropshire Council area. Unlike the official Shropshire Council planning portal, Planning Signal lets you save searches, watch individual applications, and receive email alerts when decisions are made or new applications are submitted nearby.

Whether you're a resident checking Shropshire Council planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across Shropshire Council.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 1,170 planning applications Shropshire Council received. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment in Shropshire Council.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types in Shropshire Council were discharge of conditions (286), full planning applications (196), outline applications (165).

In terms of development scale, 11 large-scale (major) developments, 29 medium-scale applications, 923 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

1,000 planning appeals were lodged against Shropshire Council decisions, of which 233 were allowed and 685 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 251 applications
Refused: 25 applications
Withdrawn: 7 applications
Awaiting decision: 887 applications

Related Planning Guides

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