How long do planning decisions take near Monkmoor?

The average planning decision time near Monkmoor is 56 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 Monkmoor?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Monkmoor?

The most common type of planning application near Monkmoor is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Monkmoor?

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Monkmoor, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Monkmoor, Shropshire.

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

About Monkmoor

Monkmoor is a residential suburb situated in the north-east of Shrewsbury, Shropshire, adjacent to Underdale and Abbey Foregate. As of 2015, the area's population stood at 4,451, with around 1,904 households contributing to a total of 1,939 dwellings. This demographic information is essential for understanding local planning applications and community development in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Shropshire
Parliamentary constituency: Shrewsbury
LSOA: Shropshire 021D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Monkmoor.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Monkmoor based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Monkmoor.

26/01881/FUL · Validated: Tue 19 May 2026 - 1 Lovat Close Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 5XE
Single storey side extension that will replace the existing garage
Status: Undecided | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2026-05-19
- Land between Bryn Garth 52 & Brook House Farm, Brookside, Muxton, Telford, Shropshire
Reserved matters application pursuant to outline permission TWC/2023/0087 for the erection of 1no. dwellings with detached garage and including details of layout, scale, appearance, access and landsca
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-04-13
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- Site of former RAF Sick Quarters (Site B), Cotwall Road, Shirlowe, Telford, Shropshire
Conversion of former RAF Sick Quarters (decontamination block) into 1no. dwellinghouse, formation of parking, amenity areas and all associated works and infrastructure (part-retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-02-24
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- Land adjacent Hollydale, Buildwas Road, Ironbridge, Telford, Shropshire
Application for prior notification of the demolition of 2no. buildings
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-01-15
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- 7 Manor Way Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 5LN
Fell 1no. Birch protected by the Shrewsbury & Atcham Borough Council (Belvidere Paddocks) Tree Preservation Order 2005 (SA/411)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-09-02
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- 1 Glenburn Gardens Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 5SY
Discharge of Condition 3 a,b and c (Contaminated Land) relating to Planning Permission 20/05309/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-01-22
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- Stafford Park 4, Stafford Park, Telford, Shropshire
Installation of 4no. non-illuminated totem pole signs
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-01-07
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- 1 Glenburn Gardens Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 5SY
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Site Investigation Report) and 6 (Drainage) of planning permission 20/05309/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-08-21
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- 3 Coseley Avenue Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 5UP
Discharge of Condition 3 (Gas Protection) of planning permission 22/03417/FUL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-11-30
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- United Carpets Unit 1 Monkmoor Trading Estate Monkmoor Road Shrewsbury Shropshire SY2 5TZ
Variation of Conditions 2 and 7 attached to Application Reference Number: 22/02952/FUL Date of Decision 03/10/2022
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-07-18
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A brief summary of Monkmoor in Shropshire

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

Monkmoor has one conservation area within its boundaries: Shrewsbury. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Monkmoor

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Monkmoor. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Monkmoor were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

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