How long do planning decisions take near Good Easter?

The average planning decision time near Good Easter is 28 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 Good Easter?

The planning approval rate near Good Easter is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Good Easter?

The most common type of planning application near Good Easter is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Good Easter?

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Good Easter, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Good Easter, Essex.

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About Good Easter

Good Easter is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Chelmsford district of Essex, England, approximately 6 miles northwest of Chelmsford city. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Farmbridge End and Tye Green, with the A1060 road marking its southern boundary. As of the 2021 census, Good Easter has a small population of 370, making it a quaint community with potential planning considerations for new developments and local amenities.

Population: 370 (2021)

District: Chelmsford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £414,572 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Chelmsford
Parliamentary constituency: North West Essex
LSOA: Chelmsford 002B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Good Easter.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Good Easter based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Good Easter.

- Old School House School Road Good Easter Chelmsford Essex CM1 4RT
x1 Yew Tree - Crown reduction by approximately 2 metres. Reason: To reduce encroachment on the adjacent wall, condense the crown, and maintain a neat and tidy appearance. x1 Conifer (intertwined with
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Chelmsford | Date: 2025-09-08
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A brief summary of Good Easter in Essex

Property prices in Good Easter show an average sale price of £414,572, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Good Easter has one conservation area within its boundaries: Good Easter. 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.

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Planning Activity in Good Easter

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Good Easter. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 28 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Good Easter may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 28 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Good Easter were tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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