How long do planning decisions take near Woofferton?

The average planning decision time near Woofferton is 10 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woofferton?

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

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Woofferton, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woofferton, Shropshire.

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About Woofferton

Woofferton is a quaint village located south of Ludlow in Shropshire, England, and is among the county's most southern settlements. Nestled near the Herefordshire border, it forms part of the civil parish of Richard's Castle, with the larger village of Brimfield just a short distance to the south. This strategic location may influence planning applications and developments, given its proximity to both Shropshire and Herefordshire.

District: Richard's Castle

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £292,778 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Shropshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Shropshire
LSOA: Shropshire 038A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woofferton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woofferton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Woofferton.

P253536/FH - Maplehurst Brimfield Ludlow Herefordshire SY8 4NL
Replacement garage.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-19
P253538/FH - Maplehurst Brimfield Ludlow Herefordshire SY8 4NL
Rear extension to form living room.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-19
P250486/XA2 - Woofferton Transmitting Station Station Road Orleton Ludlow Herefordshire SY8 4AW
Application for partial approval of details reserved by condition 3 attached to planning permission 232669
Status: Undecided | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-02-07
P232669/F - Woofferton Transmitting Station Station Road Orleton Ludlow Herefordshire SY8 4AW
Proposed development comprises two parts, installation of approx. 500m2 of solar panel arrays in a corner of the site and installation of 3 satellite dishes in and around the main building to enh
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2023-11-17
P171624/PA1 - Hill View Brimfield Ludlow Herefordshire SY8 4NL
Proposed extension which will extend beyond the rear wall of the dwelling house by 5 metres. The maximum height of the enlarged part of the dwellinghouse is 3.4 metres and the height at the eav
Status: Approved | Type: Home Notification - Prior Approval | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-05-09

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A brief summary of Woofferton in Shropshire

Property prices in Woofferton show an average sale price of £292,778, 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 Woofferton a particularly low-crime area.

Woofferton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ashford Carbonell. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Woofferton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): River Teme SSSI. 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 Woofferton

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Woofferton. The average decision time was 10 days.

The average decision time of 10 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Woofferton were discharge of conditions (2), amendments (1).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

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