How long do planning decisions take near Babbinswood?

The average planning decision time near Babbinswood 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 Babbinswood?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Babbinswood?

The most common type of planning application near Babbinswood is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Babbinswood?

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Babbinswood, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Babbinswood, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

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

About Babbinswood

Babbinswood is a small village located in the civil parish of Whittington in north west Shropshire, England. Situated to the south of Whittington village, the parish, which includes Babbinswood along with Park Hall and Hindford, had a population of 2,592 according to the 2011 census. This area presents potential opportunities for planning applications, given its proximity to larger settlements and local amenities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £258,676 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Shropshire
Parliamentary constituency: North Shropshire
LSOA: Shropshire 006H

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-04.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Babbinswood.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Babbinswood based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Babbinswood in Shropshire

Property prices in Babbinswood show an average sale price of £258,676, 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 Babbinswood a particularly low-crime area.

Babbinswood has one conservation area within its boundaries: Whittington. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Babbinswood includes 4 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 Babbinswood

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Babbinswood. 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 Babbinswood 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 Babbinswood were tree works (2), amendments (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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