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Planning in Clifftown

Approved
82%
169 of 201 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Clifftown in the last 24 months, from Southend-on-Sea City Council's planning register.

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Around Clifftown

Postcode districts

SS0 182 applications in the last 12 monthsSS1 160 applications in the last 12 monthsSS2 94 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Southend-on-Sea City Council

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About Clifftown

Clifftown is a settlement located in Essex, England.

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

The area around Clifftown has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Clifftown 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 Clifftown, 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, 274 planning applications were submitted near Clifftown. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (48), full planning applications (41), amendments (33). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

20 planning appeals were lodged, of which 6 were allowed and 13 were dismissed (32% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Clifftown?
In the last 24 months, 274 planning applications were submitted near Clifftown. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Clifftown?
The average planning decision time near Clifftown is 62 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 Clifftown?
The planning approval rate near Clifftown is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Clifftown?
The most common type of planning application near Clifftown is discharge of conditions, with 48 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Clifftown?
You can search and track planning applications near Clifftown on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.