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Planning in Alresford

Approved
100%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Alresford in the last 24 months, from Tendring District Council's planning register.

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About Alresford

Alresford is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Tendring district of Essex, just 9 km southeast of Colchester and 39 km northeast of Chelmsford. The village boasts a primary school, pre-school, and a church, making it a community-focused area. Recognized for its charm, Alresford won the Essex Village of the Year competition in 2012 and shared first place in 2019. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 2,462, reflecting its vibrant community atmosphere. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,462 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tendring district.

Property prices in Alresford show an average sale price of £570,453, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Alresford area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Alresford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Alresford has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Alresford 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Alresford, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Alresford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), telecoms (6), tree works (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Alresford?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Alresford. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Alresford?
The average planning decision time near Alresford is 37 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 Alresford?
The planning approval rate near Alresford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Alresford?
The most common type of planning application near Alresford is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Alresford?
You can search and track planning applications near Alresford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.