Hope Bagot, Shropshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hope Bagot, Shropshire.
Shropshire · England · settlement
About Hope Bagot
Hope Bagot is a small hamlet and civil parish located in Shropshire, England. This quaint community offers a glimpse into rural life, making it a relevant area for those interested in planning applications and development opportunities in picturesque surroundings.
Population: 62 (2021)
District: Shropshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £292,778 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
- Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
- LSOA: Herefordshire 001D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hope Bagot.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hope Bagot.
- 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 Hope Bagot based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Hope Bagot.
- - Upper House Hope Bagot Ludlow Shropshire SY8 3AF
Fell 3no Ash and replace with native species within Hope Bagot Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-05-05
View full details - - Bennetts End Cottage Knowbury Ludlow Shropshire SY8 3LL
Proposed feature window on the south and east elevations and erection of decking
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-12-11
View full details - - Church Of St John The Baptist Hope Bagot Shropshire SY8 3AF
To reduce height of remaining crown limb by approx. 50 percent of 1no. Yew (Y1) within Hope Bagot Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-09-20
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A brief summary of Hope Bagot in Shropshire
Hope Bagot is a small hamlet and civil parish located in Shropshire, England. This quaint community offers a glimpse into rural life, making it a relevant area for those interested in planning applications and development opportunities in picturesque surroundings. The settlement has a population of approximately 62 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Shropshire district.
Property prices in Hope Bagot show an average sale price of £292,778, 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 Hope Bagot a particularly low-crime area.
Hope Bagot has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hope Bagot, Dhustone. 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 Hope Bagot includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Clee Hill Quarries SSSI; 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, Hope Bagot 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 Hope Bagot
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Hope Bagot. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hope Bagot may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hope Bagot were tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- 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.