How long do planning decisions take near Hughley?

The average planning decision time near Hughley is 26 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 Hughley?

The planning approval rate near Hughley is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hughley?

The most common type of planning application near Hughley is amendment applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hughley?

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Hughley, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hughley, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

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About Hughley

Population: 109 (2021)

District: Shropshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £284,715 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hughley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hughley.

- Home Farm Hughley Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 6NX
Amendments to planning permission 24/00057/FUL - siting of 2no shepherd huts in a different location
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-06-26
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A brief summary of Hughley in Shropshire

Hughley is a charming village and civil parish located in Shropshire, England, approximately 5 miles (8 km) south-west of Much Wenlock. This picturesque area may offer unique planning opportunities due to its rural setting and proximity to larger towns. The settlement has a population of approximately 109 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Shropshire district.

Property prices in Hughley show an average sale price of £284,715, 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 Hughley a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hughley includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wenlock Edge SSSI, Hughley Brook SSSI; 3 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.

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Planning Activity in Hughley

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Hughley. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Hughley.

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hughley were amendments (1).

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