How long do planning decisions take near Wombridge?

The average planning decision time near Wombridge is 51 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 Wombridge?

The planning approval rate near Wombridge is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wombridge?

The most common type of planning application near Wombridge is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wombridge?

You can search and track planning applications near Wombridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.

Wombridge, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wombridge, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Wombridge are administered by Telford And Wrekin Council. View the full Telford And Wrekin Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Wombridge

Wombridge is a settlement located within the civil parish of Oakengates in the Telford and Wrekin district of Shropshire, England. Situated 4 miles east of Wellington and 2 miles northeast of Telford, it spans 699 acres. Historically part of the Wellington Division in the hundred of Bradford South, Wombridge is an area of interest for planning applications due to its proximity to key urban centres and ongoing development activities.

Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Wombridge.

Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £221,742 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Telford and Wrekin
Parliamentary constituency: Telford
LSOA: Telford and Wrekin 015A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wombridge.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wombridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Wombridge.

- The Rowans, Panorama, St Georges, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 9BX
Erection of a detached double garage and installation of boundary gates and fencing
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details
- 20 Slaney Street, Oakengates, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6ET
Prior approval application for the erection of a single storey rear extension measuring 6m in length, 3.00m in height and 3.00m to the eaves **AMENDED DESCRIPTION**
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details
- 24A Priory Road, Wombridge, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6HU
Erection of a single storey front and side extension *AMENDED DESCRIPTION*
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details
- 19A Church Parade, Wombridge, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6EX
Change of use of residential dwelling (Use Class C3) to 5no. assisted living apartments (Use Class C3b) and erection of a two storey rear extension (Retrospective) *** Amended description ***
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details
- 19A Church Parade, Wombridge, Telford, Shropshire, TF2 6EX
Change of use from residential dwelling (Use Class C3) to 3no. assisted living apartments (Use Class C2) and a two storey side extension (Retrospective)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-11-14
View full details
- 65 Wombridge Road, Wrockwardine Wood, Telford, Telford And Wrekin, TF2 6QG
Lawful Development Certificate 191 - Existing use
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-02-21
View full details
- 65 Wombridge Road, Wrockwardine Wood, Telford, Telford And Wrekin, TF2 6QG
Status: Undecided | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-02-05
View full details
- Land rear of, 66 and 68 Stafford Road, Oakengates, Telford, Shropshire
Erection of 1no. self build dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Telford | Date: 2025-01-22
View full details
- 86 Church Parade, Wombridge, Telford, TF2 6EY
Discharge of conditions
Status: Undecided | Council: Telford | Date: 2023-03-31
View full details

Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.

A brief summary of Wombridge in Shropshire

Property prices in Wombridge show an average sale price of £221,742, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Wombridge a particularly low-crime area.

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

In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Wombridge. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 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 Wombridge.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wombridge were full planning applications (23), outline applications (7), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 64% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

Nearby Towns

Explore planning applications in nearby areas:

Related Planning Guides

What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.