How long do planning decisions take near Worthen?

The average planning decision time near Worthen is 26 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 Worthen?

The planning approval rate near Worthen is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Worthen?

The most common type of planning application near Worthen is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Worthen?

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Worthen, Shropshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Worthen, Shropshire.

Shropshire · England · settlement

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About Worthen

Worthen is a village located in the Shropshire district, approximately 13 miles west of Shrewsbury, and now part of the parish of Worthen with Shelve. Nestled in the Rea Brook valley, it is bordered to the south by the Stiperstones and Bromlow Callow, notable for their distinctive tree clump, while Long Mountain lies to the north. This picturesque setting may present opportunities for planning applications related to conservation and development in a rural environment.

Population: 2,078

District: Worthen with Shelve

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £284,715 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Shropshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Shropshire
LSOA: Shropshire 030E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Worthen.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Worthen based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Worthen.

- Springbank Worthen Shrewsbury Shropshire SY5 9HT
Single storey side porch extension following demolition of existing garden room / side porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Shropshire | Date: 2024-05-16
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A brief summary of Worthen in Shropshire

Property prices in Worthen show an average sale price of £284,715, 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 Worthen a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Worthen includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Shropshire Hills. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Worthen

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Worthen. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Worthen may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Worthen were outline applications (1).

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