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Planning in Horsehay

Approved
82%
14 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Horsehay in the last 24 months, from Telford and Wrekin Council's planning register.

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About Horsehay

Horsehay is a suburban village located on the western outskirts of Dawley within the Telford and Wrekin borough of Shropshire, England. Nestled in the Dawley Hamlets parish, it sits at the northern edge of the historically significant Ironbridge Gorge area, making it an interesting location for planning applications related to residential and conservation developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,292. It sits within the Dawley Hamlets district.

Property prices in Horsehay show an average sale price of £221,742, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Horsehay 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 (May 2026). This makes Horsehay a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horsehay 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 Horsehay, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Horsehay. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (19), outline applications (4), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Horsehay?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Horsehay. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Horsehay?
The average planning decision time near Horsehay is 58 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 Horsehay?
The planning approval rate near Horsehay is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Horsehay?
The most common type of planning application near Horsehay is full planning applications, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Horsehay?
You can search and track planning applications near Horsehay on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.