How long do planning decisions take near Fordstreet?

The average planning decision time near Fordstreet is 68 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 Fordstreet?

The planning approval rate near Fordstreet is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fordstreet?

The most common type of planning application near Fordstreet is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fordstreet?

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Fordstreet, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fordstreet, Essex.

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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.

District: Colchester

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Area Information

Admin district: Babergh
Parliamentary constituency: South Suffolk
LSOA: Babergh 009D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fordstreet.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fordstreet based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Fordstreet.

- Somerson House, New Road, Aldham Colchester CO6 3PN
Demolition of existing outbuildings (part renewal of approval ref 222690 dated 19 Dec 2022)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2025-06-30
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- Ashington Lodge, New Road, Aldham Colchester CO6 3QT
Retention of annexe for temporary period of 3 years during construction of self build dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2025-05-28
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- Ashington Lodge, New Road, Aldham Colchester CO6 3QT
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed change of use of agricultural storage building into two dwellings
Status: Rejected | Type: Other | Council: Colchester | Date: 2025-05-23
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- Rye House, New Road, Aldham Essex CO6 3QT
Proposed new outhouse buildings in place of existing (Retrospective)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2023-08-18
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- Rye House, New Road, Aldham Essex CO6 3QT
Proposed side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2023-08-16
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A brief summary of Fordstreet in Essex

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

Fordstreet has one conservation area within its boundaries: Fordstreet. 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 Fordstreet includes 3 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 Fordstreet

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Fordstreet. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 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 Fordstreet.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Fordstreet slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Fordstreet were full planning applications (2), tree works (2), other applications (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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