How long do planning decisions take near Aveley?

The average planning decision time near Aveley is 53 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 Aveley?

The planning approval rate near Aveley is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Aveley?

The most common type of planning application near Aveley is outline applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Aveley?

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Aveley, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Aveley, Essex.

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About Aveley

Aveley is a village located in the Thurrock borough of Essex, approximately 16 miles east of Charing Cross, and just inside the M25 motorway boundary. Once an independent parish until its civil abolition in 1936, Aveley is now a growing community with a population of 9,360 as recorded in the 2021 census. Its proximity to Greater London and evolving infrastructure make it a relevant area for planning applications and development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £396,000 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Thurrock
Parliamentary constituency: Thurrock
LSOA: Thurrock 008D

Crime Statistics

87 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 27
vehicle-crime: 14
anti-social-behaviour: 12
criminal-damage-arson: 8
public-order: 6
shoplifting: 6
drugs: 5
other-theft: 5
burglary: 4

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Aveley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Aveley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Aveley.

- 4 Lowlands Road Aveley Essex RM15 4ED
Ground floor rear side infill extension with flat roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2026-04-07
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- 3 Rowan Grove Aveley Essex RM15 4SW
Oak 30% reduction.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 29 Manor Close Aveley Essex RM15 4EL
Single storey rear extension with level access shower
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2026-02-19
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- 12 Arnhem Avenue Aveley Essex RM15 4AP
Rear extension with a depth of 6.00 metres from the original rear wall of the property, with a maximum height of 3.30 metres and eaves height of 2.70 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2026-01-27
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- 27 Grange Road Aveley Essex RM15 4ER
Hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer extension and juliet balcony and three front roof lights.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2026-01-13
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- 11 Crescent Way Aveley Essex RM15 4TJ
Rear extension with a depth of 5.00 metres from the original rear wall of the property, with a maximum height of 3.00 metres and eaves height of 2.90 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2026-01-09
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- 44 Lowlands Road Aveley Essex RM15 4ED
Rear extension with a depth of 5 metres from the original rear wall of the property, with a maximum height of 3.73 metres and eaves height of 3 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2025-02-26
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- 21 Toplands Avenue Aveley Essex RM15 4EH
Hip to gable loft conversion, with rear dormer and front roof lights.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2024-05-24
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- 2 Belhouse Avenue Aveley Essex RM15 4BF
Loft conversion with rear dormer and three front roof lights
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2024-04-05
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- 11 Elm Road Aveley Essex RM15 4SX
Discharge of condition no. 3 (Access Construction Details) of planning approval 23/01276/HHA [Formation of new driveway and formation of new vehicular crossover to access the highway]
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2023-12-29
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A brief summary of Aveley in Essex

Property prices in Aveley show an average sale price of £396,000, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Aveley area recorded 87 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Aveley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Purfleet Road, Aveley SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Aveley

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Aveley. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Aveley.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Aveley were outline applications (9), full planning applications (5), tree works (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.

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