How long do planning decisions take near Abbess Roding?

The average planning decision time near Abbess Roding is 36 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 Abbess Roding?

The planning approval rate near Abbess Roding is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Abbess Roding?

The most common type of planning application near Abbess Roding is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Abbess Roding, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Abbess Roding, Essex.

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About Abbess Roding

Abbess Roding is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Abbess Beauchamp and Berners Roding in the Epping Forest District of Essex, England. Situated 5 miles north of Chipping Ongar and 9 miles west of Chelmsford, it is part of the collective known as The Rodings. Originally a standalone parish, Abbess Roding merged with Beauchamp Roding and Berners Roding in 1946, offering a unique blend of historical charm and community character that may influence local planning applications.

District: Abbess Beauchamp and Berners Roding

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Area Information

Admin district: Epping Forest
Parliamentary constituency: Brentwood and Ongar
LSOA: Epping Forest 004A

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

other-theft: 1

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Abbess Roding based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Abbess Roding.

- The Rectory, Green Hill Road, Abbess Beauchamp And Berners Roding, Ongar, CM5 0JN
Removal of existing rear lean-to, alterations to fenestration of existing house, removal of rear chimney, new ensuite to rear bedroom, single storey linking extension, conversion of existing garage to
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-05-05
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- The Rectory, Green Hill Road, Abbess Beauchamp And Berners Roding, Ongar, CM5 0JN
Grade II Listed Building Consent for removal of existing rear lean-to, alterations to fenestration of existing house, removal of rear chimney, new ensuite to rear bedroom, single storey linking extens
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-05-05
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- Abbess Manor House, Green Hill Road, Abbess Beauchamp And Berners Roding, Ongar, CM5 0PA
TPO/EPF/10/79 (Ref: W1) T1: Horse Chestnut - Crown reduce by up to 25%, as specified. T2: Lime - Crown reduce by up to 25%, as specified. NB: The permitted specification of works is detailed in the co
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-12-29
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- Land Adjoining Brook Cottage, School Lane, Abbess Beauchamp And Berners Roding, Ongar, CM5 0NY
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 9 & 15 on planning permission EPF/0555/24 (Variation to Condition 2 " Plan numbers on planning permission EPF/0073/19 (Residential Development
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-04-25
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- The Rectory, Green Hill Road, Abbess Beauchamp And Berners Roding, Ongar, CM5 0JN
Addition of new partition to separate master bedroom ensuite and dressing room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2024-07-12
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A brief summary of Abbess Roding in Essex

Neighbourhood safety in Abbess Roding is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Abbess Roding has one conservation area within its boundaries: Abbess Roding. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Abbess Roding

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Abbess Roding. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Abbess Roding.

The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Abbess Roding were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2).

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