How long do planning decisions take near Islington?

The average planning decision time near Islington is 62 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 Islington?

The planning approval rate near Islington is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Islington?

The most common type of planning application near Islington is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Islington?

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Islington, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Islington, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Islington are administered by Telford And Wrekin Council. View the full Telford And Wrekin Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Islington

Newport is a market town and civil parish located in the borough of Telford and Wrekin, Shropshire, England. Situated 7 miles northeast of Telford and 12 miles west of Stafford, it lies close to the Shropshire-Staffordshire border. The population has grown from 10,814 in 2001 to 11,387 by 2011, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and developments.

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Area Information

Admin district: Telford and Wrekin
Parliamentary constituency: The Wrekin
LSOA: Telford and Wrekin 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Islington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Islington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Islington.

- 19A Roe Deer Green, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 7JQ
Erection of a two storey side extension and conversion of existing store to home office
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-06-26
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- 14 Deer Park Drive, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 7HB
Erection of a part two storey, part first floor side extension and single storey rear extension
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-01-30
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- 9 Swanmere, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 8QB
Crown reduction by 1.2m to 1no. Oak tree (T2)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-01-25
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- 115 Forton Road, , Newport, Telford And Wrekin, TF10 8BU
Status: Undecided | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-10-08
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- 115 Forton Road, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 8BU
Discharge of Condition
Status: Undecided | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-10-07
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- 10 Roe Deer Green, , Newport, TF10 7JQ
Status: Undecided | Council: Telford | Date: 2024-08-09
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- Site of 115 Forton Road, Newport, Shropshire
Erection of 1no. self-build dwelling with associated access
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2024-06-09
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- 15 Deer Park Drive, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 7HB
Erection of a part single storey part two storey side and rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2023-12-01
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- 15 Deer Park Drive, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 7HB
2storey rear extension with lean to extension to the side
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2023-12-01
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- 12 Roe Deer Green, Newport, Shropshire, TF10 7JQ
Erection of a porch, a single storey rear extension with a balcony above, following demolition of existing conservatory and creation of a vehicular access and hardstanding and installation of 12no sol
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2023-04-21
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A brief summary of Islington in Shropshire

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

Islington has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Newport, Forton and Meretown. 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 Islington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Newport Canal SSSI. 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 Islington

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Islington. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 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 Islington.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Islington slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Islington were full planning applications (9), tree works (4), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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