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Planning in Eight Ash Green

Approved
90%
26 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Eight Ash Green in the last 24 months, from Colchester City Council's planning register.

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Around Eight Ash Green

Postcode districts

CO3 166 applications in the last 12 monthsCO6 223 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Colchester City Council

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About Eight Ash Green

Eight Ash Green is a village and civil parish located in the City of Colchester district of Essex, England. Situated along the A1124 road, it is conveniently near Junction 26 of the A12. As of the 2021 census, the parish has a population of 1,768, making it a small yet vibrant community relevant for local planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,768 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Colchester district.

Property prices in Eight Ash Green show an average sale price of £317,574, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Eight Ash Green 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 (May 2026). This makes Eight Ash Green a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Eight Ash Green 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Eight Ash Green, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near Eight Ash Green. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Eight Ash Green?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Eight Ash Green. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Eight Ash Green?
The average planning decision time near Eight Ash Green is 63 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 Eight Ash Green?
The planning approval rate near Eight Ash Green is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Eight Ash Green?
The most common type of planning application near Eight Ash Green is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Eight Ash Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Eight Ash Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.