How long do planning decisions take near Bicton Heath?

The average planning decision time near Bicton Heath is 50 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 Bicton Heath?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bicton Heath?

The most common type of planning application near Bicton Heath is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bicton Heath?

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Bicton Heath, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bicton Heath, Shropshire.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £334,834 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Shropshire
Parliamentary constituency: Shrewsbury
LSOA: Shropshire 024B

Crime Statistics

41 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 16
criminal-damage-arson: 11
anti-social-behaviour: 4
burglary: 3
public-order: 3
other-theft: 2
shoplifting: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bicton Heath.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bicton Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Bicton Heath.

- 14 Leighton Park Bicton Heath Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 5FT
Fell 1no. Lime tree protected by the Shrewsbury & Atcham Borough Council (Shelton Hospital No 3) Tree Preservation Order 2003 (varied 2004) (SA/384)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-12-19
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- 1 Coach Road Bicton Heath Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 5AU
Crown reduce 1no Cherry protected by the SABC (Land at and surrounding Bicton Heath North) TPO 2008 (Ref: SA/457)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-03-28
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- 6 White Bank Bicton Heath Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 5AY
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed use as a childrens care home
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-01-07
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- The Birches The Copse Shepherds Lane Bicton Heath Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 5FR
Reduce by approx. 1/3rd 1no Sycamore & remove large limb over house and small lower limb off neighbour's property of 1no Ash protected by the Shropshire Council (Land at the rear of The Orchards, Shep
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-07-19
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- Proposed Residential Development Land To The South Of Welshpool Road Bicton Heath Shrewsbury Shropshire
Discharge of condition 15 (Travel Plan) attached to planning permission 22/03543/FUL Mixed residential development of 106 dwellings and associated public open space, internal highways, car parking, ga
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-03-20
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- 35 Bligny Crescent Bicton Heath Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 5FE
Non material amendment to amend plot 326 from an Alnmouth to an Alderney relating to Planning Permission 20/01957/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-01-31
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- 34 Leighton Park Bicton Heath Shrewsbury Shropshire SY3 5FT
Work to 1no. Common Lime (T396) and 1no. Tree of Heaven (T311) (see schedule) protected by the Shrewsbury & Atcham Borough Council (Shelton Hospital No 3) Tree Preservation Order 2003 (varied 2004) (R
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Bicton Heath in Shropshire

Bicton Heath is a settlement located in Shropshire, England.

Property prices in Bicton Heath show an average sale price of £334,834, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Bicton Heath area recorded 41 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bicton Heath planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. 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 Bicton Heath

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Bicton Heath. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

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

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bicton Heath were tree works (5), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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