Bridgnorth, Shropshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bridgnorth, Shropshire.
Shropshire · England · Town
About Bridgnorth
Bridgnorth is a market town and civil parish in Shropshire, England, renowned for its picturesque setting along the River Severn, which divides the town into High Town and Low Town. With a population of 12,079 as recorded in the 2011 Census, Bridgnorth offers a unique blend of historical charm and community amenities, making it a notable area for planning applications and local development.
Population: 11,853 (2021) · Elevation: 75m
District: Shropshire
Website: http://www.bridgnorth.co.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £294,509 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Shropshire
- Parliamentary constituency: South Shropshire
- LSOA: Shropshire 033A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bridgnorth.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bridgnorth.
- 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 Bridgnorth based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near Bridgnorth.
- - 14 Cartway Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4BW
Discharge of Condition 5 (details of External Windows/Doors/External Joinery) for planning application number 25/04068/LBC
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2026-01-23
View full details - - Grainge House 2 King Charles Way Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4JY
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-12-12
View full details - - 33 Victoria Road Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4LD
Removal and replacement of existing roof, conversion of rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Whitburn Grange Hotel 35 Salop Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 5BH
Change of use of apartments (C3) to house of multiple occupation (sue generis) and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-08-13
View full details - - Peepo Restaurant 84 - 85 High Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4DS
ATM Installation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-04-29
View full details - - Peepo Restaurant 84 - 85 High Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4DS
Signage
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-04-29
View full details - - Peepo Restaurant 84 - 85 High Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4DS
Installation of an automated teller machine and associated signage
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-04-16
View full details - - Whitburn Grange Hotel 35 Salop Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 5BH
Discharge of Condition 3 (Joinery) on Planning Permission 22/01388/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-02-03
View full details - - North Lodge North Gate Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4ER
Selective crown reduction by 1-2 meters (see schedule) of 1no. Hawthorn (T1) protected by the Bridgnorth District Council (Northgate Lodge, Bridgnorth) TPO 1995 (Ref. BR/TPO/97)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-05-29
View full details - - 45 Victoria Road Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4LD
Erection of single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-01-30
View full details - - Bridgnorth Rugby Club Bridge Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV15 5AA
Conversion of upper floors to manager accommodation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-01-24
View full details - - 51 Whitburn Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4QT
Installation of 6no. replacement windows to match existing 2no previously replaced application reference 23/01664/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-01-10
View full details - - HSBC 43A High Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4DD
Discharge of condition 3 (schedule of works for CCTV) on planning permission 22/01882/LBC
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-08-09
View full details - - 10 Salop Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4QU
Erection of first floor extension above existing extension to create a new bedroom and office area, integrating the existing external utility room into the main house
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-04-28
View full details - - Severn Wishes 2A Castle Terrace Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4AH
Lawful development certificate for the proposed change of use from retail to licensed restaurant with retail
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-03-22
View full details - - 15 Salop Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4QU
Fell 1no Silver Birch & crown reduce by 5-10% 1no Yew within Bridgnorth Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-01-06
View full details - - The Croft 10 - 11 St Marys Street Bridgnorth Shropshire WV16 4DW
Application under Section 73A of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 for the retention of a Scandinavian style BBQ cabin with private rear garden for self contained holiday let accommodation (Amend
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Bridgnorth in Shropshire
Bridgnorth is a market town and civil parish in Shropshire, England, renowned for its picturesque setting along the River Severn, which divides the town into High Town and Low Town. With a population of 12,079 as recorded in the 2011 Census, Bridgnorth offers a unique blend of historical charm and community amenities, making it a notable area for planning applications and local development. The Town has a population of approximately 11,853 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Shropshire district.
Bridgnorth sits at an elevation of 75 metres above sea level. The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Bridgnorth show an average sale price of £294,509, 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 Bridgnorth a particularly low-crime area.
Bridgnorth has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Innage Gardens, Oldbury, Bridgnorth. 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 Bridgnorth includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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, Bridgnorth planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.bridgnorth.co.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 Bridgnorth
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Bridgnorth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bridgnorth may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bridgnorth were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (4), outline applications (2).
3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
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