Chigwell, Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Chigwell, Essex.
Essex · England · Town
Planning applications in Chigwell are administered by Epping Forest District Council. View the full Epping Forest District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Chigwell
Chigwell is a town and civil parish located in the Epping Forest District of Essex, bordering the northern edge of Greater London. With convenient access to the Central line of the London Underground, it offers excellent transport links. As of the 2021 census, Chigwell's parish population stood at 14,599, while the built-up area had around 12,250 residents, making it a vibrant community for potential development and planning opportunities.
Population: 14,599 (2021) · Area: 15.7 km²
District: Epping Forest
Website: http://www.britnett-carver2.co.uk/chigwellpc/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £585,589 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Redbridge
- Parliamentary constituency: Ilford North
- LSOA: Redbridge 003D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Chigwell.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chigwell.
- 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 Chigwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
40 planning applications found near Chigwell.
- - 12, Barnaby Way, Chigwell, IG7 6NZ
Partial demolition of existing dwellinghouse. Construction of extensions at side and rear, continuing the established roof form. (Revision to EPF/0685/26).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-07-08
View full details - - 6, Chester Road, Chigwell, IG7 6AJ
Single storey, part two storey rear extension, conversion of garage into habitable room and front porch.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - - Land adjacent to Park Bike Rack, Station Road, Chigwell, IG7 6QT
Prior Notification for telecommunications - Monopole and equipment cabinets to be installed.
Status: Undecided | Type: Telecoms | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - - 15, Great Owl Road, Chigwell, IG7 6AL
Demolition of existing dwelling and construction of replacement house with vehicular entrance gates. (Amended application to EPF/0798/25).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-06-17
View full details - - 51 Lee Grove, Chigwell, IG7 6AD
Two storey side extension, first floor front extension, single storey rear extension, loft conversionwith rear dormer, front roof lights and front dormer.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-06-16
View full details - - 21, Chigwell Park Drive, Chigwell, IG7 5BD
Demolition of garage, two storey rear and side extension, single storey rear extension, loft conversion with rear dormer and roof windows to front.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - 18, Chigwell Rise, Chigwell, IG7 6AB
Formation of lower level in void to create a games room and part single storey side infill extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-30
View full details - - 14, Courtland Drive, Chigwell, IG7 6PN
Loft conversion with gable end and dormer roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 29, Chigwell Rise, Chigwell, IG7 6AQ
Part single and part double storey rear and front extension, single storey side extension and loft conversion including raising roof ridge.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-21
View full details - - 12, Barnaby Way, Chigwell, IG7 6NZ
Partial demolition of existing dwellinghouse. Construction of extensions at side and rear, continuing the established roof form.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 31, Chigwell Rise, Chigwell, IG7 6AQ
Removal of the existing rear single storey extension with pitched roof. Proposed replacement single storey rear extension with flat roof and two roof lanterns.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 9, Lee Grove, Chigwell, IG7 6AD
Rear Dormer Extension with julier baconies to match the existing, and a small Front Elevation change to align with the front elevation facade line
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - 18, Great Owl Road, Chigwell, IG7 6AL
Single storey rear extension and conversion of garage into a gym.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 13, Brook Parade, Chigwell, IG7 6PF
Variation of Condition 2 Plan numbers of EPF/2701/19 Allowed on Appeal (Construction of an additional storey comprising 6 two-bedroom flats).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 4, Chigwell Park Drive, Chigwell, IG7 5BD
Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed change of roof profile for loft conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - 177, High Road, Chigwell, IG7 6NX
Advertisement consent for four fascia and one projecting sign.
Status: Conditions | Type: Advertising | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - 16, Chigwell Rise, Chigwell, IG7 6AB
Alteration to planning approval EPF/0937/24, Raising of the roof, ridge line as approved, Loft conversion with rear dormer windows. Two storey Rear extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-02
View full details - - 13, Brook Parade, Chigwell, IG7 6PF
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 8 Construction Method Statement of EPF/2701/19 Allowed on Appeal (Proposed construction of an additional storey comprising of x6 no. two bedroom flats).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 19, Brook Rise, Chigwell, IG7 6AP
Demolition of an existing two storey chalet and construction of a replacement self-build new dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-02-12
View full details - - 177 High Road Chigwell IG7 6NX
Variation of Conditions Plan numbers and 19 Parking Arrangements of EPF/2868/20 Allowed on Appeal (Proposed mixed-use development to provide 35 residential dwellings (Use Class C3) and 512 sqm of comm
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-02-02
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A brief summary of Chigwell in Essex
Chigwell is a town and civil parish located in the Epping Forest District of Essex, bordering the northern edge of Greater London. With convenient access to the Central line of the London Underground, it offers excellent transport links. As of the 2021 census, Chigwell's parish population stood at 14,599, while the built-up area had around 12,250 residents, making it a vibrant community for potential development and planning opportunities. The Town has a population of approximately 14,599 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Epping Forest district.
Chigwell covers an area of approximately 15.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Chigwell show an average sale price of £585,589, 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 Chigwell a particularly low-crime area.
Chigwell has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Claybury, Woodford Bridge, Chigwell Village. 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 Chigwell includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Roding Valley Meadows SSSI. 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, Chigwell planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.britnett-carver2.co.uk/chigwellpc/. 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 Chigwell
In the last 24 months, 79 planning applications were submitted near Chigwell. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Chigwell.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Chigwell were full planning applications (49), discharge of conditions (13), outline applications (6). Full planning applications account for 62% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 3 medium-scale applications, 71 smaller schemes were submitted.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 12 applications
- Refused: 11 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 55 applications
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