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Planning in Fordham Heath

Only 4 decisions near Fordham Heath in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Fordham Heath

Postcode districts

CO6 223 applications in the last 12 monthsCO3 166 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 Fordham Heath

Fordham Heath is a hamlet located in the Colchester district of Essex, England, near the A1124 road and close to both the city of Colchester and the village of Fordham. The hamlet features a primary school, making it a quaint residential area with educational facilities that may be of interest to those considering planning applications in the region. It sits within the Colchester district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fordham Heath 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 Fordham Heath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fordham Heath 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Fordham Heath, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Fordham Heath.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fordham Heath?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Fordham Heath.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fordham Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Fordham Heath is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fordham Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Fordham Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.