How long do planning decisions take near Hemford?

The average planning decision time near Hemford is 20 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hemford?

The most common type of planning application near Hemford is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hemford?

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Hemford, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hemford, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

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

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Area Information

Admin district: Shropshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Shropshire
LSOA: Shropshire 028B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hemford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hemford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Hemford.

- Hillgate Farm Hemford Minsterley Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 0HJ
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed use as a a care home for a maximum of 2No. children
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-12-23
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- Outbuilding At Site Of 6 Hemford Minsterley Shropshire
Application for Certificate of Lawfulness for the proposed use of existing outbuilding as annex accommodation
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-09-11
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A brief summary of Hemford in Shropshire

Hemford is a settlement located in Shropshire, England.

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

Hemford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Grit and Ladywell. 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 Hemford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Betton Dingle and Gulley Green SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Shropshire Hills. 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, Hemford 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 Hemford

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Hemford. The average decision time was 20 days.

The average decision time of 20 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hemford were outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

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