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Planning in Elkins Green

Approved
89%
40 of 43 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Elkins Green in the last 24 months, from Brentwood Borough Council's planning register.

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About Elkins Green

Elkins Green is a settlement located in Essex, England.

Property prices in Elkins Green show an average sale price of £794,770, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Elkins 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 Elkins Green a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Elkins Green has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Elkins 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 Elkins 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Elkins Green. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), discharge of conditions (8), listed building and heritage (6). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Elkins Green?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Elkins Green. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Elkins Green?
The average planning decision time near Elkins Green is 79 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 Elkins Green?
The planning approval rate near Elkins Green is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Elkins Green?
The most common type of planning application near Elkins Green is full planning applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Elkins Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Elkins Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.