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Farnham, Essex Planning Applications

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About Farnham - Planning Applications & Local Development

Farnham is a village and civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England, just 2 miles north of Bishop's Stortford. The area features a dispersed development pattern, encompassing the village itself and several hamlets such as Farnham Green, Chatter End, Level's End, and Hazel End. As of the 2021 census, the population of the parish stood at 418, making it a small yet distinct community within the region. The other has a population of approximately 418 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Uttlesford district.

Property prices in Farnham show an average sale price of £641,314, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Farnham 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 Farnham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Farnham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.farnham-school.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Farnham, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.