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Planning in Fox Street

Approved
96%
24 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Fox Street

Fox Street is a settlement located in Essex, England.

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

The area around Fox Street has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fox Street 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 Fox Street, 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, 35 planning applications were submitted near Fox Street. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fox Street?
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Fox Street. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fox Street?
The average planning decision time near Fox Street is 60 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 Fox Street?
The planning approval rate near Fox Street is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fox Street?
The most common type of planning application near Fox Street is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fox Street?
You can search and track planning applications near Fox Street on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.