Many locals appreciate Shropshire for its copious amounts of green spaces, fantastic places to eat and great places to shop.
However, when it came to figuring out the best place in Shropshire to live - now that was a challenge.
Earlier, I explored what ChatGPT thought were the best places to live in the West Midlands.
It came up with eight places in the West Midlands that were deemed desirable places to live.
This response got me thinking about how the same chatbot might choose the best places to live in the Shropshire area.
Scroll down to see the best places to live in Shropshire according to ChatGPT:
5. Much Wenlock
According to AI: "Much Wenlock is a picturesque town with rich history, attractive streets, and a strong sense of community in a rural setting." | Historic England Archive
6. Oswestry
According to AI: "Oswestry combines a lively market town atmosphere with excellent local amenities and easy access to the Welsh border." | Photo: Invest in Oswestry
7. Ironbridge
According to AI: "Ironbridge is famous for its industrial heritage, scenic river setting, and distinctive village atmosphere with plenty of historic attractions." |
8. Market Drayton
According to AI: "Market Drayton is known for its friendly community, traditional market-town character, and convenient location for commuting."