Worthen, Shropshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Worthen, Shropshire.
Shropshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Worthen are administered by Shropshire Council. View the full Shropshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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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Area Information
- Admin district: Shropshire
- Parliamentary constituency: South Shropshire
- LSOA: Shropshire 028A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
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
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. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,078. It sits within the Worthen with Shelve district.
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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Worthen 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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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.