How long do planning decisions take near Longnor?

The average planning decision time near Longnor is 9 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 Longnor?

The planning approval rate near Longnor is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Longnor?

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

How can I track planning applications near Longnor?

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Longnor, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longnor, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

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

About Longnor

Longnor is a picturesque village and civil parish located off the A49 road in Shropshire, England, with a small population of 289. Situated between Dorrington and Leebotwood, it features notable landmarks such as Longnor Hall and the Grade I listed St Mary's Church. The area is served by public transport, including bus routes connecting to Church Stretton and Shrewsbury, and is also traversed by Regional Cycle Route 32/33, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications.

Population: 260 (2021)

District: Shropshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £305,610 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longnor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Longnor.

- Upper House Farm Longnor Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 7PP
Erection of two agricultural buildings
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Upper House Farm Longnor Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 7PP
Erection of general purpose agricultural building
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-06-13
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A brief summary of Longnor in Shropshire

Property prices in Longnor show an average sale price of £305,610, 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 Longnor a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Longnor includes 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 Longnor

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Longnor. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 9 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Longnor may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 9 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Longnor were outline applications (2), other applications (1).

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