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Planning in Ardleigh

Approved
94%
31 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Ardleigh

Ardleigh is a village and civil parish located in the Tendring district of Essex, England, approximately 4 miles northeast of Colchester and 26 miles from Chelmsford. As of the 2021 census, the population of Ardleigh stands at 2,758, making it a small yet significant community within the region. This demographic information can be essential for anyone researching planning applications or developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,758 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tendring district.

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

The area around Ardleigh has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ardleigh 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Ardleigh, 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, 58 planning applications were submitted near Ardleigh. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were tree works (17), full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ardleigh?
In the last 24 months, 58 planning applications were submitted near Ardleigh. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ardleigh?
The average planning decision time near Ardleigh is 54 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 Ardleigh?
The planning approval rate near Ardleigh is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ardleigh?
The most common type of planning application near Ardleigh is tree works applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ardleigh?
You can search and track planning applications near Ardleigh on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.