How long do planning decisions take near Trench?

The average planning decision time near Trench is 45 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 Trench?

The planning approval rate near Trench is 71%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Trench?

The most common type of planning application near Trench is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Trench?

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Trench, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Trench, Shropshire.

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About Trench

Trench is a village located in the Telford and Wrekin borough of Shropshire, England, and is part of the Wrockwardine Wood and Trench civil parish. This area may offer potential opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its community character and local governance context.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £342,435 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Telford and Wrekin
Parliamentary constituency: The Wrekin
LSOA: Telford and Wrekin 005E

Crime Statistics

132 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 54
shoplifting: 19
anti-social-behaviour: 16
public-order: 10
criminal-damage-arson: 8
other-theft: 8
other-crime: 6
burglary: 4
vehicle-crime: 4
drugs: 2
theft-from-the-person: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Trench.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Trench based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

12 planning applications found near Trench.

- 81 Woodhouse Crescent, Trench, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 7HD
Erection of a part-single, part-two storey rear extension and two storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-04-14
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- 3 Millway, Trench, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6QR
Prior approval application for the erection of a single storey rear extension measuring 4m in length, 3m in height and 2.1m to eaves
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-02-16
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- 213 Teagues Crescent, Trench, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6RA
Application to determine if prior approval is required for the proposed erection of a single storey rear extension measuring 5.0m in length, 3m in height and 2.4m to eaves
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-12-22
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- 4 Woodhouse Crescent, Trench, Telford, Telford And Wrekin, TF2 7HA
Demolition of existing detached garage and an erection of a one-bedroom detached dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-11-14
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- 13 St Johns Drive, Trench, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 7HS
Erection of a single storey rear extension following the demolition of existing conservatory
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-04-02
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- 13 St John's Drive, Trench, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 7HS
Application under section 192 for a certificate of lawfulness for the proposed erection of a single storey rear extension
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-03-20
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- 37 Juniper Drive, Trench, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6SJ
Application under Section 191 for a Certificate of Lawfulness for an existing use for change of use from open space to private garden land
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-02-03
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- 273 Wombridge Road, Trench, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6PR
Erection of a two storey side extension, a single storey front extension and new single garage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2024-07-19
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- Fairview, New Road, Wrockwardine Wood, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6LA
Application under section 192 for a certificate of lawfulness for proposed development of the erection of a single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Telford | Date: 2024-05-16
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- 103A Trench Road, Trench, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6PL
Erection of a single storey front, side and rear extension, erection of a porch and 2no. dormers to front elevation, a detached double garage and 2.2m high pillars and gates to front
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2023-11-02
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- The Orchard, Church Road, Wrockwardine Wood, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 7HJ
Erection of an outbuilding (Part-Retrospective)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2023-05-27
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- The Orchard, Church Road, Wrockwardine Wood, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 7HJ
Erection of an outbuilding (Part-Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2023-05-27
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A brief summary of Trench in Shropshire

Property prices in Trench show an average sale price of £342,435, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Trench area recorded 132 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Trench 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.

Planning Activity in Trench

In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Trench. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Trench.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Trench were full planning applications (16), outline applications (7), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 59% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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