How long do planning decisions take near Ashford Bowdler?

The average planning decision time near Ashford Bowdler is 40 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 Ashford Bowdler?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ashford Bowdler?

The most common type of planning application near Ashford Bowdler is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ashford Bowdler?

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Ashford Bowdler, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ashford Bowdler, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

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

About Ashford Bowdler

Ashford Bowdler is a quaint village and civil parish located in south Shropshire, England, close to the border with Herefordshire. This peaceful area offers a rural setting, making it an interesting consideration for planning applications related to residential or agricultural developments.

Population: 65 (2021)

District: Shropshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £310,274 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Shropshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Shropshire
LSOA: Shropshire 036F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ashford Bowdler.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ashford Bowdler based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Ashford Bowdler.

- Spring Cottage 4 - 5 Ashford Bowdler Ludlow Shropshire SY8 4DJ
Fell 3no. conifers (and replace with hedging) within Ashford Bowdler Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-11-17
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- Teme Cottage Ashford Bowdler Ludlow Shropshire SY8 4DJ
Crown lift to approx. 3.5m and reduce height by 50% of 1no Yew within Ashford Bowdler Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-03-17
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A brief summary of Ashford Bowdler in Shropshire

Property prices in Ashford Bowdler show an average sale price of £310,274, 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 Ashford Bowdler a particularly low-crime area.

Ashford Bowdler has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ashford Carbonell, Ashford Bowdler. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Ashford Bowdler includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Teme SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Ashford Bowdler

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Ashford Bowdler. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

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

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ashford Bowdler were full planning applications (1), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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