How long do planning decisions take near Bocking's Elm?

The average planning decision time near Bocking's Elm 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 Bocking's Elm?

The planning approval rate near Bocking's Elm is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bocking's Elm?

The most common type of planning application near Bocking's Elm is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Bocking's Elm, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bocking's Elm, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bocking's Elm are administered by Tendring District Council. View the full Tendring District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bocking's Elm

Bocking's Elm is a suburb located within Clacton-on-Sea, part of the Tendring district in Essex, England. This residential area offers a mix of local amenities and is situated near the coast, making it a focal point for planning applications related to housing and community development in the region.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £296,624 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tendring
Parliamentary constituency: Clacton
LSOA: Tendring 007E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bocking's Elm.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bocking's Elm.

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 Bocking's Elm based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Bocking's Elm.

26/00919/FULHH · Received: Tue 16 Jun 2026 · Validated: Fri 19 Jun 2026 - 29 Elm Farm Drive Little Clacton Clacton On Sea Essex CO16 8HY
Householder Planning Application - Single storey side extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-06-19
- 29 Elm Farm Drive Little Clacton Clacton On Sea Essex CO16 8HY
Householder Planning Application - Single storey side extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-06-16
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- 15 Mayford Way Clacton On Sea Essex CO16 8XN
Householder Planning Application - Single storey rear and side extensions.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-06-01
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26/00840/FULHH · Received: Mon 01 Jun 2026 · Validated: Mon 01 Jun 2026 - 15 Mayford Way Clacton On Sea Essex CO16 8XN
Householder Planning Application - Single storey rear and side extensions.
Status: Undecided | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-06-01
- 524 St Johns Road Clacton On Sea Essex CO16 8DY
Legal Agreement in relation to RAMS for application reference 25/01502/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-01-08
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- 29 Bockings Grove Clacton On Sea Essex CO16 8DL
Householder Planning Application - Single storey rear extension (following demolition of conservatory).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tendring | Date: 2025-11-17
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- Land to The rear of 524 St Johns Road Clacton On Sea Essex CO16 8DY
Discharge of conditions application for 24/00402/FUL - Re-discharge of Condition 12 (Materials).
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Tendring | Date: 2025-10-24
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- 19 Dedham Avenue Clacton On Sea Essex CO16 8AL
Application to Determine if Prior Approval is Required for a Proposed Larger Home Extension - Proposed construction of single storey rear extension with flat roof measuring 3.145m in depth, 3.015m hig
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Tendring | Date: 2025-10-21
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A brief summary of Bocking's Elm in Essex

Property prices in Bocking's Elm show an average sale price of £296,624, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bocking's Elm a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bocking's Elm includes 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 Bocking's Elm

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Bocking's Elm. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

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

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 Bocking's Elm were full planning applications (5), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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