Search Copford planning applications
8 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Copford · updated daily · Colchester City Council
Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Green Farm House, Copford Green, Copford Colchester CO6 1BZApprovedDemolition of the existing dilapidated outbuildings and construction of a new single-storey extension to the north of the dwelling, together with the construction of a two-bay garage in place of the existing garage.Full (8 Week Determination)Received 5 Oct 2026Decided 7 Sep 2026261785
- Green Farm House, Copford Green, Copford Colchester CO6 1BZAwaiting decisionListed building consent application for demolition of the existing dilapidated outbuildings and construction of a new single-storey extension to the north of the dwelling, together with the constructionof a two-bay garage in place of the existing garage.Listed BuildingReceived 5 Oct 2026261786
- Hartfield, 88 School Road, Copford Colchester CO6 1BXAwaiting decisionAlterations to fenestration and enlargement of dormer on rear elevationFull (8 Week Determination)Received 22 Sep 2026261731
- 37 Queensberry Avenue, Copford Colchester CO6 1YSApprovedProposed demolition of existing rear conservatory and front porch. New single storey rear extension. New front porch. Conversion of garage to habitable space.Full (8 Week Determination)Received 27 Jul 2026Decided 18 Sep 2026261383
- Land East of, School Road, Copford Colchester CO6 1BXAwaiting decisionOutline application for Phased erection of either up to 340 dwellings (Class C3) or the erection of up-to 300 dwellings (Class C3) and military veterans accommodation (Class C2) (comprising up-to 50 flats and supporting facilities such as training suiteOutline (13 Week Determination)Received 17 Jul 2026261331
Planning in Copford
Only 3 decisions near Copford in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Copford in the last 24 months, from Colchester City Council's planning register.
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CO6 223 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Colchester City Council
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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,726 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Colchester district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Copford 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 Copford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Copford has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Copford 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 Copford, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Copford.
The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.