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Planning in Craven Arms

Only 1 decision near Craven Arms in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Craven Arms in the last 24 months, from Shropshire Council's planning register.

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About Craven Arms

Craven Arms is a market town and civil parish located in Shropshire, England, positioned along the A49 road and the Welsh Marches railway line, providing easy access to Shrewsbury and Ludlow. The town is surrounded by the stunning Shropshire Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to the north and is near the historic Stokesay Castle to the south, making it a notable area for planning applications related to both residential and tourism development. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,562 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Shropshire district.

Property prices in Craven Arms show an average sale price of £363,491, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Craven Arms area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Craven Arms a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Craven Arms has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Craven Arms planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Craven Arms, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Craven Arms.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1), advertising consent (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Craven Arms?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Craven Arms.
What types of planning applications are most common near Craven Arms?
The most common type of planning application near Craven Arms is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Craven Arms?
You can search and track planning applications near Craven Arms on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.