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Planning in Wombridge

Approved
83%
19 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wombridge in the last 24 months, from Telford and Wrekin Council's planning register.

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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.

Property prices in Wombridge show an average sale price of £221,742, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wombridge 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 Wombridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Wombridge, 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, 43 planning applications were submitted near Wombridge. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), outline applications (8), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wombridge?
In the last 24 months, 43 planning applications were submitted near Wombridge. The approval rate is 83%.
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 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 20 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.