How long do planning decisions take near Fyfield?

The average planning decision time near Fyfield is 56 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 Fyfield?

The planning approval rate near Fyfield is 17%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fyfield?

The most common type of planning application near Fyfield is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fyfield?

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Fyfield, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fyfield, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Fyfield are administered by Epping Forest District Council. View the full Epping Forest District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Fyfield

Fyfield is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Epping Forest district of Essex, England. Positioned along the B184 road, it lies approximately 3 miles northeast of Chipping Ongar, 7 miles east of Harlow, and 8 miles west of Chelmsford. As of the 2021 census, Fyfield had a population of 795, making it a small yet vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 795 (2021)

District: Epping Forest

Website: http://www.fyfield-village.org/

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Area Information

Admin district: Epping Forest
Parliamentary constituency: Brentwood and Ongar
LSOA: Epping Forest 003A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fyfield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fyfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Fyfield.

- Gypsy Mead Works, Ongar Road, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RB
Extension of the northern boundary to Plots 2, 3 and 4 permitted under planning consent EPF/0016/19.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-07-06
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- Gypsy Mead Works, Ongar Road, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RB
Variation of wording of Condition 10 Levels of EPF/0016/19 (Proposed development of x 23 no. new homes with associated parking facilities, cycle stores and rubbish disposal).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-06-01
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- Gypsy Mead Works, Ongar Road, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RB
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 3: Landscaping of EPF/1200/25 (Extension of Gardens into triangle of land within the site boundary).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-05-12
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- Gypsy Mead Works, Ongar Road, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RB
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 8 Contaminated Land of EPF/0016/19 (Proposed development of x 23 no. new homes with associated parking facilities, cycle stores and rubbish disposal).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-05-05
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- Gypsy Mead Works, Ongar Road, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RB
Non-Material Amendment to EPF/0016/19 (Proposed development of x 23 no. new homes with associated parking facilities, cycle stores and rubbish disposal).
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-24
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- Gypsy Mead Works, Ongar Road, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RB
Proposed Boundary amendment to previously consent scheme under EPF/0016/19 (Proposed development of x 23 no. new homes with associated parking facilities, cycle stores and rubbish disposal (FYF.R1 - A
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-01-29
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- Gypsy Mead Works, Ongar Road, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RB
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 3 Landscaping of EPF/1200/25 (Proposed development of x 23 no. new homes with associated parking facilities, cycle stores and rubbish disposal).
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-09-17
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- Gypsy Mead Works, Ongar Road, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RB
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 6 'Surface Water Disposal' on planning permission EPF/0016/19 (Proposed development of x 23 no. new homes with associated parking facilities,
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-03-21
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- Moena, Ongar Road, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RB
Non-Material Amendment to EPF/2183/22. (Demolish existing garage and form side, rear and porch extension, solar panels, form new driveway and adapt building for means of disabled use) - Addition of ro
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-03-17
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- Gypsy Mead Works, Ongar Road, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RB
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 8 'Contamination' on planning permission EPF/0016/19 (Proposed development of x 23 no. new homes with associated parking facilities, cycle sto
Status: Rejected | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2024-10-30
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- Stretton, Ongar Road, Fyfield, Ongar, CM5 0RD
Non Material Amendment to EPF/1071/18 (New dwelling house and garage) with addition of 4 dormer windows inc loft conversion.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2023-09-20
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A brief summary of Fyfield in Essex

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Fyfield includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Fyfield planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.fyfield-village.org/. 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.

Planning Activity in Fyfield

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Fyfield. Of these, 17% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Fyfield.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Fyfield were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (3), amendments (2).

In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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