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Planning in Fordstreet

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

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

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About Fordstreet

Fordstreet, located along the A1124 road in the civil parish of Aldham within the Colchester district of Essex, is a picturesque village situated by the River Colne. Its proximity to Colchester makes it an attractive area for planning applications, particularly for residential and commercial developments. The village is also notable as the childhood home of artist Damon Albarn. It sits within the Colchester district.

Property prices in Fordstreet 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 Fordstreet 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 Fordstreet a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Fordstreet has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fordstreet 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 Fordstreet, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Fordstreet.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fordstreet?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Fordstreet.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fordstreet?
The most common type of planning application near Fordstreet is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fordstreet?
You can search and track planning applications near Fordstreet on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.