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Planning in Coalport

Approved
91%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Coalport in the last 24 months, from Telford and Wrekin Council's planning register.

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Around Coalport

Postcode districts

TF8 84 applications in the last 12 monthsTF7 24 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Telford and Wrekin Council

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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. It sits within the The Gorge district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Coalport a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Coalport has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Coalport, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Coalport. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Coalport?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Coalport. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Coalport?
The average planning decision time near Coalport is 57 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 Coalport?
The planning approval rate near Coalport is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Coalport?
The most common type of planning application near Coalport is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Coalport?
You can search and track planning applications near Coalport on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.