Boxted, Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Boxted, Essex.
Essex · England · settlement
About Boxted
Boxted is a charming village and civil parish situated in the City of Colchester district of Essex, approximately 5 miles north of Colchester and 24 miles northeast of Chelmsford. With a population of 1,427 as of the 2021 census, it falls under the parliamentary constituency of North Essex and has an active parish council. Historically significant for the skirmishes that took place during the Battle of Boxted Heath in July 1648, Boxted offers a unique blend of historical context and community involvement for those researching planning applications in the area.
Population: 1,427 (2021)
District: Colchester
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Area Information
- Admin district: Colchester
- Parliamentary constituency: Colchester
- LSOA: Colchester 022F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Boxted.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Boxted.
- 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 Boxted based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Boxted.
- - The Hollies, Church Road, Boxted Essex CO4 5TG
Add a pre-built Shephard's Hut to garden from for home office use and occasional holiday rental
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2025-05-03
View full details - - The Old School, Church Lane, Boxted Colchester CO4 5GW
Erection of stores and annexe attached to existing garage. Erection ofdetached Garden Store. Erection of Pavilion.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2023-10-18
View full details - - Merryfields, Church Street, Boxted Essex CO4 5SX
Proposed Two Storey Rear Extension and Alterations
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2023-09-14
View full details - - The Latch, Church Street, Boxted Essex CO4 5SX
Replacement of unsafe garage structure. The previous garage at The Latch was constructed with interlocking concrete slabs which had been significantly damaged by shrubs and trees which had penetrated
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2023-02-05
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A brief summary of Boxted in Essex
Boxted is a charming village and civil parish situated in the City of Colchester district of Essex, approximately 5 miles north of Colchester and 24 miles northeast of Chelmsford. With a population of 1,427 as of the 2021 census, it falls under the parliamentary constituency of North Essex and has an active parish council. Historically significant for the skirmishes that took place during the Battle of Boxted Heath in July 1648, Boxted offers a unique blend of historical context and community involvement for those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,427 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Colchester district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Boxted a particularly low-crime area.
Boxted has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stoke by Nayland, Boxted. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Boxted includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dedham Vale. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Boxted 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.
Planning Activity in Boxted
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Boxted. The average decision time was 81 days.
The average decision period of 81 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Boxted were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Boxted Cross planning applications
- Workhouse Hill planning applications
- Scotland Street planning applications
- Nayland planning applications
- Stoke-by-Nayland planning applications
- Thorington Street planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.