How long do planning decisions take near Longdon on Tern?

The average planning decision time near Longdon on Tern is 63 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 Longdon on Tern?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Longdon on Tern?

The most common type of planning application near Longdon on Tern is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Longdon on Tern?

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Longdon on Tern, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longdon on Tern, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

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

About Longdon on Tern

Longdon-upon-Tern is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Rodington in the unitary district of Telford and Wrekin, Shropshire. Nestled approximately 7 miles east of Shrewsbury and northwest of Telford, it lies along the picturesque River Tern, a tributary of the River Severn. The village had a population of 127 in 1971, making it a small, close-knit community ideal for prospective planning applications.

District: Rodington

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £221,742 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Telford and Wrekin
Parliamentary constituency: The Wrekin
LSOA: Telford and Wrekin 002D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Longdon on Tern.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longdon on Tern based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Longdon on Tern.

- The Old Manor, Longdon On Tern, Telford, Shropshire, TF6 6LE
Conversion of barn to ancillary outbuilding including the replacement of 2no. doors and 6no. windows, replacement roof and installation of 2no. roof lights (Part-Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-03-26
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- Red House Farm, Longdon On Tern, Telford, Shropshire, TF6 6LE
Conversion of outbuilding into an annex
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2024-03-17
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- Red House Farm, Longdon On Tern To Rushmoor Lane Junction, Longdon On Tern, Telford, Telford And Wrekin, TF6 6LE
Conversion of outbuilding into annexResubmission of approved application, reference: TWC/2020/0073Plans to commence works to secure the current approval have been delayed beyond applicants control.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2024-03-17
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A brief summary of Longdon on Tern in Shropshire

Property prices in Longdon on Tern show an average sale price of £221,742, 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 Longdon on Tern a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Longdon on Tern

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Longdon on Tern. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 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 Longdon on Tern.

At 63 days on average, decisions near Longdon on Tern slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Longdon on Tern were full planning applications (3), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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