How long do planning decisions take near Berrington?

The average planning decision time near Berrington is 54 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 Berrington?

The planning approval rate near Berrington is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Berrington?

The most common type of planning application near Berrington is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Berrington?

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Berrington, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Berrington, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

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

About Berrington

Berrington is a quaint village and civil parish located in Shropshire, England, with a small population of 30 according to the 2001 census. The parish encompasses the larger village of Cross Houses, along with other settlements like Betton Strange and Cantlop, bringing the total population to 805. This rural area offers a unique blend of community charm and planning opportunities for potential developments.

Population: 1,197 (2021)

District: Shropshire

Website: http://www.shropshire.gov.uk

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Area Information

Admin district: Shropshire
Parliamentary constituency: Shrewsbury
LSOA: Shropshire 026A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Berrington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Berrington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Berrington.

- The Grange Berrington Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 6HB
Discharge of S106 agreement attached to planning application 13/04651/FUL
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-09-05
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A brief summary of Berrington in Shropshire

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Berrington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Berrington Pool, Shropshire SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Midland Meres & Mosses - Phase 1. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Berrington planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.shropshire.gov.uk. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

Planning Activity in Berrington

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Berrington. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Berrington.

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Berrington were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

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