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Planning in Ashen

Only 5 decisions near Ashen in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Ashen

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 settlement has a population of approximately 354 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Braintree district.

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 (September 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, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Ashen.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ashen?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Ashen.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ashen?
The most common type of planning application near Ashen is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ashen?
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