Coalport, Shropshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Coalport, Shropshire.
Shropshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Coalport are administered by Shropshire Council. View the full Shropshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Coalport
Coalport is a picturesque village situated in Shropshire, England, along the banks of the River Severn within the scenic Ironbridge Gorge, just a mile downstream from Ironbridge. Primarily located on the north bank of the river, it shares its waterside with the village of Jackfield across the river. As part of the civil parish of the Gorge, Coalport is positioned in the south-eastern corner of the borough of Telford and Wrekin, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments in this historic region.
District: The Gorge
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Area Information
- Admin district: Telford and Wrekin
- Parliamentary constituency: Telford
- LSOA: Telford and Wrekin 010C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Coalport.
- 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 Coalport based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
17 planning applications found near Coalport.
- - The Lloyds Houses, 1 The Lloyds, Ironbridge, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7HL
Felling of 1no. Ash tree (T1)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - Broomycroft, High Street, Coalport, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7HP
Variation of condition no.8 (deposited plans) of planning permission TWC/2025/0390 (Erection of a part two storey part single storey side extension to be used as an annexe) to allow for change to prop
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 191 Salthouse Road, Jackfield, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7LP
Installation of 8no. timber windows and 2no. timber french doors to replace existing windows, 2no roof lights, 2no. doors and removal of 2no. windows **AMENDED DESCRIPTION**
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-01-02
View full details - - The John Rose Building, High Street, Coalport, Telford, Telford And Wrekin, TF8 7HT
Roofs: It is proposed replace both pitches in their entirety in Dreadnought Staffordshire Blue/Heather Sand-faced Blend Machine-made tiles or similar approved. All lead flashings and valleys are to b
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-11-19
View full details - - The John Rose Building, High Street, Coalport, Telford, Telford And Wrekin, TF8 7HT
Roofs: It is proposed replace both pitches in their entirety in Dreadnought Staffordshire Blue/Heather Sand-faced Blend Machine-made tiles or similar approved. All lead flashings and valleys are to b
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-11-19
View full details - - The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Long Warehouse, Coalport China Museum, High Street, Coalport, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7HT
Installation of a replacement roof, leading flashings, valleys and reflashing of rooflights; replacement dormer side cheeks; refurbishment of rainwater goods and metal work; repointing of a chimney (L
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-11-19
View full details - - The Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust, Long Warehouse, Coalport China Museum, High Street, Coalport, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7HT
Installation of a replacement roof, leading flashings, valleys and reflashing of rooflights; replacement dormer side cheeks; refurbishment of rainwater goods and metal work; repointing of a chimney (F
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-11-19
View full details - - 235 The Tuckies, Duckling Cottage, Ferry Road, Jackfield, Telford, Shropshire
Erection of single storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - 12 Riverside Avenue, Coalport, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7HY
Erection of a single storey rear and side extension, porch and garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-09-05
View full details - - 204 Ferry Road, Jackfield, Telford, Telford And Wrekin, TF8 7LS
Tree Works
Status: Undecided | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-05-12
View full details - - Broomycroft, High Street, Coalport, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7HP
Erection of a part two storey part single storey side extension to be used as an annexe for ancillary use
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-04-17
View full details - - 38 High Street, Coalport, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7HT
Erection of boundary fence (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-02-12
View full details - - Thorpe House, High Street, Coalport, Telford, Telford And Wrekin, TF8 7HP
Status: Undecided | Council: Telford | Date: 2024-11-03
View full details - - Broomycroft, High Street, Coalport, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7HP
Branch reduction by up to 2.5m on branches no bigger than 35mm in diameter, overall crown thinning by up 10%, overall crown lift by up to 1m to 1no. Cut Leaf Beech tree (T1) and felling of 1no. Lawson
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Telford | Date: 2024-10-28
View full details - - Broomycroft, High Street, Coalport, Telford, Telford And Wrekin, TF8 7HP
Tree Works
Status: Undecided | Council: Telford | Date: 2024-10-28
View full details - - Chanery Cottage, High Street, Coalport, Telford, Telford And Wrekin, TF8 7HP
Lawful Development Certificate - existing
Status: Undecided | Council: Telford | Date: 2023-10-18
View full details - - The John Rose Building, High Street, Coalport, Telford, Shropshire, TF8 7HT
Installation of 1no. deliberator to be mounted on the southern elevation of the lower ground external wall of building
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Telford | Date: 2023-08-16
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A brief summary of Coalport in Shropshire
Coalport is a picturesque village situated in Shropshire, England, along the banks of the River Severn within the scenic Ironbridge Gorge, just a mile downstream from Ironbridge. Primarily located on the north bank of the river, it shares its waterside with the village of Jackfield across the river. As part of the civil parish of the Gorge, Coalport is positioned in the south-eastern corner of the borough of Telford and Wrekin, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments in this historic region. It sits within the The Gorge district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Coalport a particularly low-crime area.
Coalport has one conservation area within its boundaries: Severn Gorge. 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 Coalport 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Coalport 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 Coalport
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Coalport. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Coalport.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Coalport slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Coalport were full planning applications (11), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 58% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.