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Planning in Much Wenlock

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

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

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About Much Wenlock

Much Wenlock is a historic market town and civil parish located in Shropshire, England, along the A458 road connecting Shrewsbury and Bridgnorth. The parish encompasses several villages, including Homer, Wyke, Atterley, Stretton Westwood, and Bourton, with a population that grew from 2,605 in 2001 to 2,877 in 2011. Its proximity to the Ironbridge Gorge and Telford makes it a notable area for potential planning applications, reflecting a blend of community growth and historical significance. The town has a population of approximately 2,908 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Shropshire district.

Property prices in Much Wenlock show an average sale price of £410,025, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Much Wenlock 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 Much Wenlock a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Much Wenlock 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 Much Wenlock, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Much Wenlock.

The most common types were tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Much Wenlock?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Much Wenlock.
What types of planning applications are most common near Much Wenlock?
The most common type of planning application near Much Wenlock is tree works applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Much Wenlock?
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