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Planning in Whitchurch

Only 5 decisions near Whitchurch in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Whitchurch

Whitchurch, located in north Shropshire, is a historic market town known for being the oldest continuously inhabited settlement in the county. Situated just 2 miles from the Welsh border and 2 miles from Cheshire, it serves as a strategic point for regional connectivity, lying 20 miles north of Shrewsbury and south of Chester. With a population of 10,141 as of the 2021 census, Whitchurch presents a vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications, particularly given its rich cultural heritage and notable residents, including composer Sir Edward German and illustrator Randolph Caldecott. It sits within the Whitchurch Urban district.

Property prices in Whitchurch show an average sale price of £352,890, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whitchurch 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 Whitchurch, 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, 47 planning applications were submitted near Whitchurch.

The most common types were outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whitchurch?
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Whitchurch.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whitchurch?
The most common type of planning application near Whitchurch is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whitchurch?
You can search and track planning applications near Whitchurch on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.