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Planning in Boxted Cross

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Boxted Cross in the last 24 months, from Colchester City Council's planning register.

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About Boxted Cross

Boxted Cross is a settlement located in Essex, England. It sits within the Boxted district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Boxted Cross 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 Boxted Cross a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Boxted Cross has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Boxted Cross 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 Boxted Cross, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Boxted Cross. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Boxted Cross?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Boxted Cross. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Boxted Cross?
The average planning decision time near Boxted Cross 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 Boxted Cross?
The planning approval rate near Boxted Cross is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Boxted Cross?
The most common type of planning application near Boxted Cross is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Boxted Cross?
You can search and track planning applications near Boxted Cross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.