How long do planning decisions take near Preston Montford?

The average planning decision time near Preston Montford is 42 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 Preston Montford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Preston Montford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Preston Montford?

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Preston Montford, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Preston Montford, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

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

About Preston Montford

Preston Montford, located 5 miles west of Shrewsbury, is a historic Grade II* listed house that serves as a field studies centre operated by the Field Studies Council. Nestled within 12 hectares of grassland and woodland along the River Severn, the 18th-century property offers easy access to the scenic meres and mosses of north Shropshire and the stunning Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, making it a significant site for educational and environmental planning initiatives.

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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: North Shropshire
LSOA: Shropshire 008D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Preston Montford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Preston Montford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Preston Montford in Shropshire

Property prices in Preston Montford 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 Preston Montford a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Preston Montford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Severn at Montford SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Preston Montford

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Preston Montford. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 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 Preston Montford.

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Preston Montford were amendments (2).

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