Shifnal, Shropshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Shifnal, Shropshire.
Shropshire · England · settlement
About Shifnal
Shifnal is a vibrant market town and civil parish located in Shropshire, England, approximately 4 miles east of Telford and conveniently accessible via the M54 motorway and the A5 road, also known as Watling Street. With a population that grew from 6,391 in 2001 to 6,776 in 2011, Shifnal offers a mix of historical charm and modern amenities, making it a key area for planning applications in the region.
Population: 9,725 (2021)
District: Shropshire
Website: http://www.shifnaltown.co.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £336,256 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Staffordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Stone, Great Wyrley and Penkridge
- LSOA: South Staffordshire 003E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Shifnal.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Shifnal.
- 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 Shifnal based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Shifnal.
- - 45 The Grove Shifnal Shropshire TF11 9EH
Application for a Lawful Development Certificate for the proposed erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - North East Of Park Farm Wolverhampton Road Shifnal Shropshire TF11 9HA
Discharge of condition 6 (bat box) on planning permission 24/04264/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-07-23
View full details - - 8 Cornmill Gardens Shifnal Shropshire TF11 8BG
Fell 1no Silver Birch within Shifnal (Broadway) Conservation Area
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-01-07
View full details - - 1 Moat Croft Shifnal Shropshire TF11 9AH
To reduce height by approx. 4 feet and reduce branches by approx. 20 percent of 2no. Silver Birch protected by the Salop County Council (Shifnal) Tree Preservation Order 1961 (BR/TPO/4)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-01-10
View full details - - Odfellows Wine Bar Market Place Shifnal Shropshire TF11 9AU
Erect and display dental practice signage
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-12-20
View full details - - Park House Hotel Park Street Shifnal Shropshire TF11 9BA
Installation of Photovoltaic panels to various roofs within hotel affecting a Grade II Listed Building
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2023-05-19
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A brief summary of Shifnal in Shropshire
Shifnal is a vibrant market town and civil parish located in Shropshire, England, approximately 4 miles east of Telford and conveniently accessible via the M54 motorway and the A5 road, also known as Watling Street. With a population that grew from 6,391 in 2001 to 6,776 in 2011, Shifnal offers a mix of historical charm and modern amenities, making it a key area for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,725 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Shropshire district.
Property prices in Shifnal show an average sale price of £336,256, 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 Shifnal a particularly low-crime area.
Shifnal has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Shifnal, Shifnal Broadway, Haughton. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shifnal planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.shifnaltown.co.uk/. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.
Planning Activity in Shifnal
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Shifnal. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Shifnal may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Shifnal were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.