How long do planning decisions take near Duck End (CM23)?

The average planning decision time near Duck End (CM23) is 53 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 Duck End (CM23)?

The planning approval rate near Duck End (CM23) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Duck End (CM23)?

The most common type of planning application near Duck End (CM23) is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Duck End (CM23)?

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Duck End (CM23), Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Duck End (CM23), Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Duck End (CM23) are administered by Basildon Borough Council. View the full Basildon Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £474,636 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Hertford and Stortford
LSOA: East Hertfordshire 005E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Duck End (CM23).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Duck End (CM23).

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 Duck End (CM23) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Duck End (CM23).

- Duck End Farmhouse Duck End Duckend Lane Birchanger Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 5QS
Section 73A Retrospective application for cement render replacement, window replacements, front and rear porches removal, minor internal reordering, conservatory removal and replacement of single side
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2024-10-05
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- Duck End Farmhouse Duck End Duckend Lane Birchanger Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM23 5QS
The retention of cement render replacement, window replacements, front and rear porches removal, minor internal reordering, conservatory removal and replacement of single side storey.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2024-10-05
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- 327 Birchanger Lane Birchanger Essex CM23 5QR
Section 73A Retrospective application for items within the garden area which forms part of the Three Willows public house including three wooden "pods", each containing a table and chairs, three gazeb
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2024-04-26
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A brief summary of Duck End (CM23) in Essex

Duck End (CM23) is a settlement located in Essex, England.

Property prices in Duck End (CM23) show an average sale price of £474,636, 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 Duck End (CM23) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Duck End (CM23) includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Duck End (CM23)

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Duck End (CM23). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Duck End (CM23) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Duck End (CM23) were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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