Grange Hill, Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Grange Hill, Essex.
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Planning applications in Grange Hill are administered by Epping Forest District Council. View the full Epping Forest District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Grange Hill
Chigwell is a town and civil parish located in the Epping Forest District of Essex, bordering the northern edge of Greater London. It is conveniently served by the Central line of the London Underground, making it easily accessible. According to the 2021 census, Chigwell's parish had a population of 14,599, with the built-up area housing 12,250 residents, highlighting its significance as a growing community in the region.
District: Epping Forest
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £585,589 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Epping Forest
- Parliamentary constituency: Epping Forest
- LSOA: Epping Forest 017B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Grange Hill.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Grange Hill.
- 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 Grange Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
58 planning applications found near Grange Hill.
- - 112, Manor Road, Chigwell, IG7 5PW
Proposed part two-storey front and side extension, two-storey rear extension, basement, front porch, and roof extension incorporating a loft conversion with front and rear dormers.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-06-26
View full details - - 142, Manor Road, Chigwell, IG7 5PR
Approval of Details Reserved by Conditions 5 Types and Colours of External Finishes and 15 Landscaping of EPF/2513/24 (Variation of condition 2 'Plan no's' on permission EPF/1905/22 (Demolition of 1 x
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - - Limes Farm County Infants School And Nursery, Limes Avenue, Chigwell, IG7 5LP
Approval of Details Reserved by Conditions 5 Habitat Management and Monitoring Plan and 6 Biodiversity Enhancement Scheme of EPF/0306/26 (Proposed Pergola and associated external works).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - - 10, Bracken Drive, Chigwell, IG7 5RF
Hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer and front roof lights.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - - 20, Oak Lodge Avenue, Chigwell, IG7 5HZ
Proposed ground floor rear extension, part first floor rear and double storey side extension. Alteration to roof and front bay windows.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 62, Grange Crescent, Chigwell, IG7 5JF
Single storey front and two storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - 72A, Hainault Road, Chigwell, IG7 5DH
Off street parking vehicle crossing and dropped curb.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-06
View full details - - 32, Clayside, Chigwell, IG7 5LN
Erection of two storey side extension and alterations to roof including installation of solar panels.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - 247, Fencepiece Road, Chigwell, IG7 5DX
Demolition of 6 existing garages and 1 existing dwelling at 247 Fencepiece Road, and replacement with 8 dwellings together with parking, landscaping and all associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - 25, Oak Lodge Avenue, Chigwell, IG7 5JA
Proposed single storey rear, first floor side extension, garage conversion, roof alteration with loft conversion including rear and side dormer and rooflights.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - 20, Dacre Gardens, Chigwell, IG7 5HG
Proposed roof dormer extension at the rear with front cottage dormers, roof alterations and facade material changes.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-21
View full details - - 404, Fencepiece Road, Chigwell, IG7 5DS
Rear extension to existing dwelling to create additional living accommodation over three floors, including new accommodation in roof loft space.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 56, Lechmere Avenue, Chigwell, IG7 5ET
Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed loft conversion with rear dormer and single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 56, Lechmere Avenue, Chigwell, IG7 5ET
Garage conversion to habitable space.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 57, Lechmere Avenue, Chigwell, IG7 5HA
Application to determine if Prior Approval is required for a proposed Larger Home Extension measuring 6 metres, height to eaves of 3 metres & a maximum height of 3.50 metres for a single storey rear e
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - 62, Grange Crescent, Chigwell, IG7 5JF
Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed loft conversion with rear dormer.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 62, Grange Crescent, Chigwell, IG7 5JF
Single Storey Rear Extension projecting 6m to the rear
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-02-22
View full details - - 101, Grange Crescent, Chigwell, IG7 5JD
Two storey side / rear and single storey rear extensions, plus loft conversion with one side, one rear and four front facing roof-light windows, plus a rear facing dormer window.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - 16, The Shrubberies, Chigwell, IG7 5DU
Single storey rear extension and raised terrace/patio.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Limes Farm County Infants School And Nursery, Limes Avenue, Chigwell, IG7 5LP
Proposed pergola and associated external works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-02-13
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A brief summary of Grange Hill in Essex
Chigwell is a town and civil parish located in the Epping Forest District of Essex, bordering the northern edge of Greater London. It is conveniently served by the Central line of the London Underground, making it easily accessible. According to the 2021 census, Chigwell's parish had a population of 14,599, with the built-up area housing 12,250 residents, highlighting its significance as a growing community in the region. It sits within the Epping Forest district.
Property prices in Grange Hill show an average sale price of £585,589, 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 Grange Hill a particularly low-crime area.
Grange Hill has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Claybury, Chigwell Village. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Grange Hill includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Grange Hill 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.
Planning Activity in Grange Hill
In the last 24 months, 162 planning applications were submitted near Grange Hill. Of these, 58% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 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 Grange Hill.
The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Grange Hill were full planning applications (75), discharge of conditions (31), outline applications (28). Full planning applications account for 46% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 4 medium-scale applications, 142 smaller schemes were submitted.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 31 applications
- Refused: 21 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 109 applications
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.