How long do planning decisions take near Edney Common?

The average planning decision time near Edney Common is 46 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 Edney Common?

The planning approval rate near Edney Common is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Edney Common?

The most common type of planning application near Edney Common is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Edney Common?

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Edney Common, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Edney Common, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Edney Common are administered by Chelmsford City Council. View the full Chelmsford City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £413,508 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chelmsford
Parliamentary constituency: North West Essex
LSOA: Chelmsford 003A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Edney Common.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Edney Common based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Edney Common.

- 1 Woodside Cottages Nathans Lane Highwood Chelmsford Essex CM1 3RD
Construction of a timber fence with an electronic sliding gate and a side access gate.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-01-22
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- Phillips Farm Highwood Road Highwood Chelmsford Essex CM1 3PX
Outline application for the development of 2 self build dwellings. All matters reserved.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2026-01-16
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A brief summary of Edney Common in Essex

Edney Common is a settlement located in Essex, England.

Property prices in Edney Common show an average sale price of £413,508, 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 Edney Common a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Edney Common includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Edney Common 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.

Planning Activity in Edney Common

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Edney Common. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 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 Edney Common.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Edney Common were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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