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29 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Ludlow · updated daily · Shropshire Council

Planning in Ludlow

Approved
100%
34 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Ludlow

Postcode districts

SY8 270 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Shropshire Council

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About Ludlow

Ludlow is a historic market town and civil parish situated in south Shropshire, England, approximately 28 miles south of Shrewsbury and 23 miles north of Hereford. Located along the A49 road, which bypasses the town, Ludlow lies at the confluence of the rivers Corve and Teme, making it an area of interest for various planning applications and developments. The town has a population of approximately 10,041 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Shropshire district.

Property prices in Ludlow show an average sale price of £312,642, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ludlow 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 Ludlow a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ludlow has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ludlow 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.ludlow.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Ludlow, 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, 159 planning applications were submitted near Ludlow. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were tree works (24), discharge of conditions (19), listed building and heritage (12).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ludlow?
In the last 24 months, 159 planning applications were submitted near Ludlow. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ludlow?
The average planning decision time near Ludlow is 39 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 Ludlow?
The planning approval rate near Ludlow is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ludlow?
The most common type of planning application near Ludlow is tree works applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ludlow?
You can search and track planning applications near Ludlow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.