How long do planning decisions take near Althorne?

The average planning decision time near Althorne is 60 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 Althorne?

The planning approval rate near Althorne is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Althorne?

The most common type of planning application near Althorne is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Althorne?

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Althorne, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Althorne, Essex.

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About Althorne

Althorne is a quaint village and civil parish situated in Essex, England, approximately 13 miles east-southeast of Chelmsford. Nestled within the Maldon district, it falls under the parliamentary constituency of Maldon & East Chelmsford and is governed by its own Parish Council, making it a relevant area for those exploring planning applications and local developments.

Population: 1,213 (2021)

District: Maldon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £438,284 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Braintree
Parliamentary constituency: Witham
LSOA: Braintree 018C

Crime Statistics

8 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 3
violent-crime: 3
other-theft: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Althorne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Althorne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Althorne.

- Treetops Burnham Road Althorne Chelmsford CM3 6DP
Single storey front porch extension. Single storey front extension and alterations to existing garage roof. Alterations to fenestration and changes to external materials.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-01-06
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- Land Adjacent Cliffords Farm Burnham Road Althorne Essex
Erect 13No. dwellings comprising 8No. one and two-bedroom affordable apartments in 2 x two-storey buildings, and 5No. 4/5 bedroom two-storey detached houses with garages, form three new vehicular acce
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Maldon | Date: 2021-02-25
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- Mansion House Residential Home Burnham Road Althorne Essex CM3 6DR
Tree overhanging the highway considered dangerous.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Maldon | Date: 2019-06-25
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A brief summary of Althorne in Essex

Property prices in Althorne show an average sale price of £438,284, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 8 crimes reported in the Althorne area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Althorne has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Althorne includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Crouch and Roach Estuaries SSSI, The Cliff, Burnham-On-Crouch SSSI; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Essex Estuaries; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Outer Thames Estuary, Crouch & Roach Estuaries (Mid-Essex Coast Phase 3); 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Crouch & Roach Estuaries (Mid-Essex Coast Phase 3). These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Althorne

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Althorne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Althorne may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Althorne slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Althorne were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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