Ashen, Essex Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Essex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Trees in a Conservation Area Notification - one Eucalyptus (T1 on plan) fell; one Contorted willow (T2 on plan) reduce height of all four stems by up to five metres
Application for listed building consent - a. single storey rear extension, b. insertion of two roof lights, c. internal alterations to reconfigure ground floor and inclusion of first floor en suite bathroom to bedroom 1
Householder planning application - a. single storey rear extension, b. insertion of two roof lights
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About Ashen - Planning Applications & Local Development
Ashen is a quaint village and civil parish situated in Essex, England, approximately 8 km east-southeast of Haverhill and 36 km north of Chelmsford. Nestled south of the River Stour, it marks the boundary with Suffolk and falls within the Braintree district and parliamentary constituency. Additionally, Ashen is part of the Bumpsteads and Upper Colne parish cluster, making it a notable area for planning applications and local developments. The other has a population of approximately 354 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Braintree district.
Property prices in Ashen show an average sale price of £365,965, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ashen 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 (July 2026). This makes Ashen a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ashen 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 Ashen, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.