How long do planning decisions take near Copford?

The average planning decision time near Copford 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 Copford?

The planning approval rate near Copford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Copford?

The most common type of planning application near Copford is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Copford?

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Copford, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Copford, Essex.

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About Copford

Copford is a quaint village and civil parish located within the City of Colchester district in Essex, England, just 3 kilometres west of Colchester. It encompasses the hamlet of Copford Green to the south and the nearby village of Easthorpe. Renowned for its rural charm, as highlighted by poet Matthew Arnold, Copford had a population of 1,726 according to the 2021 census, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 1,726 (2021)

District: Colchester

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Area Information

Admin district: Braintree
Parliamentary constituency: Witham
LSOA: Braintree 006D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Copford.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Copford.

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 Copford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Copford.

- 32 School Road, Copford Colchester CO6 1BU
Application for variation of condition 2 following grant of planning application 231847.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Colchester | Date: 2026-04-27
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- 136 London Road, Copford Essex CO6 1BQ
Proposed garage conversion, facade alterations, floor plan redesign and all associated works at 136 London Road, Colchester, CO6 1BQ.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2024-06-14
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A brief summary of Copford in Essex

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

Copford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Copford Green. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Copford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Marks Tey Brickpit SSSI. 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 Copford

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Copford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

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

At 62 days on average, decisions near Copford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Copford were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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