Wem Conservation Area

Wem is a compact conservation area in England, covering approximately 19.9 hectares of protected landscape. It is designated in 1990, reflecting the area's longstanding cultural and architectural significance. The area contains 83 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 19.9 hectares, this is a compact conservation area — smaller than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade II* Church of St Peter and St PaulSY4 5DW
• Grade II* Hazlitt HouseSY4 5DZ
• Grade II* Park House (Formerly Listed As the Hall, New Street)SY4 5AD
• Grade II 14 and 16, Chapel StreetSY4 5ER
• Grade II 17, Chapel StreetSY4 5ER
• Grade II 19 and 21, Chapel StreetSY4 5ER
• Grade II 19 and 21, High StreetSY4 5AA
• Grade II 20, Noble StreetSY4 5DZ
• Grade II 23 Chapel StreetSY4 5ER
• Grade II 23, Noble StreetSY4 5EA
• Grade II 24, Chapel StreetSY4 5ER
• Grade II 24, Noble StreetSY4 5DZ
• Grade II 26, Chapel StreetSY4 5ER
• Grade II 26, Noble StreetSY4 5DZ
• Grade II 27, High StreetSY4 5DG
• Grade II 28, Chapel StreetSY4 5ER
• Grade II 29, Noble StreetSY4 5EA
• Grade II 2, High Street (See Details for Further Address Information)SY4 5AB
• Grade II 30, Noble StreetSY4 5EA
• Grade II 31, Noble StreetSY4 5EA

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Tilley1.2 km
• Loppington4.2 km
• Weston Under Redcastle5.1 km
• Grinshill5.6 km
• Prees6.2 km
• Marchamley8.3 km
• Hodnet10.1 km
• Astley10.4 km

About Wem Conservation Area

Is my property in Wem Conservation Area?

Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Wem Conservation Area boundary.

What restrictions apply in Wem?

Properties in Wem Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.

Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees