What types of planning applications are most common near Apley Forge?

The most common type of planning application near Apley Forge is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Apley Forge, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Apley Forge, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Apley Forge are administered by Shropshire Council. View the full Shropshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Apley Forge

Apley Forge is a village located in Shropshire, England, just north of Bridgnorth. This quaint community offers a mix of rural charm and proximity to urban amenities, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications in the region.

District: Astley Abbotts

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £284,669 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Shropshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Shropshire
LSOA: Shropshire 033B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Apley Forge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Apley Forge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Apley Forge in Shropshire

Property prices in Apley Forge show an average sale price of £284,669, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Apley Forge a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Apley Forge includes 19 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 Apley Forge

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Apley Forge.

The most common application types near Apley Forge were tree works (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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