How long do planning decisions take near Elsenham Sta?

The average planning decision time near Elsenham Sta is 39 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 Elsenham Sta?

The planning approval rate near Elsenham Sta is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Elsenham Sta?

The most common type of planning application near Elsenham Sta is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Elsenham Sta?

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Elsenham Sta, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Elsenham Sta, Essex.

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About Elsenham Sta

Elsenham railway station, located on the West Anglia Main Line, serves the village of Elsenham in Essex, approximately 35 miles and 45 chains (57.2 km) from London Liverpool Street. Positioned between Stansted Mountfitchet and Newport stations, it offers convenient access for residents and visitors alike, with the station code ESM. This rail connectivity may influence local planning applications related to transport and infrastructure in the area.

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Area Information

Admin district: Uttlesford
Parliamentary constituency: Harlow
LSOA: Uttlesford 009B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Elsenham Sta.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Elsenham Sta.

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 Elsenham Sta based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Elsenham Sta.

- Four Winds Old Mead Lane Henham Essex CM22 6JJ
Application to discharge conditions 4 (landscaping details), 5 (construction method statement) and 7 (biodiversity enhancement layout) attached to UTT/23/1382/FUL (allowed at appeal ref APP/C1570/W/24
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-04-30
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- The Shielings Old Mead Lane Henham Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM22 6JH
Non Material Amendment to UTT/21/0238/HHF - change of gable window design to rear elevation, removal of balcony
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-03-17
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- The Barn Old Mead Road Henham Bishops Stortford Hertfordshire CM22 6JL
Proposed south facing ground mounted solar photovoltaic array set within residential garden land
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-01-28
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- 14 Spencer Close Elsenham Essex CM22 6EZ
Construction of a self contained annex
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2024-11-20
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A brief summary of Elsenham Sta in Essex

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Elsenham Sta a particularly low-crime area.

Elsenham Sta has one conservation area within its boundaries: Henham. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Elsenham Sta includes 2 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 Elsenham Sta

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Elsenham Sta. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 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 Elsenham Sta.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Elsenham Sta were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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