How long do planning decisions take near Shifnal?

The average planning decision time near Shifnal is 48 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 Shifnal?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Shifnal?

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

How can I track planning applications near Shifnal?

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Shifnal, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Shifnal, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

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

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: £309,949 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Shropshire
Parliamentary constituency: The Wrekin
LSOA: Shropshire 025D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

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

9 planning applications found near Shifnal.

26/02495/VAR · Validated: Wed 01 Jul 2026 - Proposed Dwelling South Of Midway House 19 Grooms Lane Kemberton Shifnal Shropshire
Variation of Condition 2 (approved plans) attached to planning application 25/03631/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2026-07-01
26/02352/FUL · Validated: Tue 23 Jun 2026 - 28 Shrewsbury Fields Shifnal Shropshire TF11 8AL
Erection of ground and first floor extensions to the rear
Status: Undecided | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2026-06-23
- 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
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- 27 Shrewsbury Road Shifnal Shropshire TF11 8AQ
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Roofing/External materials details) 8 (Photographic evidence of tree protection) 9a (Remediation Method Statement) Condition 10 (Construction Method Statement) 11 (Photograp
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2025-09-29
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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
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- 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

Property prices in Shifnal show an average sale price of £309,949, 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, 14 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 discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

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