Great Bentley, Essex Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Essex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Non Material Amendment to 25/00621/FUL - Front Elevation - Front door style amended. Rear Elevation - Ground floor opening sizes increased and door styles amended. Side Elevations - Small window removed (East), small window increased in width to match other openings (west), fanlight added above utility door (west). Site Plan - confirmation that gates at rear to be used for construction access.
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for Proposed Use or Development for singe story rear extension.
Trees in a Conservation Area Notification - T1 Norway maple - Reduce by 40%. T2 Two leaning Robina - Remove. T3 large multi stem Robina - Retain and crown reduction by 30%. Target Prune neighbours Oak to 2 metres from boundary. Tree will benefit from rebalance.
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About Great Bentley - Planning Applications & Local Development
Great Bentley is a charming village and civil parish in the Tendring district of north east Essex, situated seven miles east of Colchester. Notably, it boasts the second largest village green in England, covering 43 acres, and has garnered accolades such as 'Essex Village of the Year'. The village benefits from excellent transport links, with Great Bentley railway station offering regular services on the Sunshine Coast Line to destinations including London Liverpool Street and Clacton-on-Sea, making it an appealing location for potential planning applications. The other has a population of approximately 2,517 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tendring district.
Property prices in Great Bentley show an average sale price of £317,574, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Bentley 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 Great Bentley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Great Bentley has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Bentley 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.greatbentleyparishcouncil.co.uk/.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Great Bentley, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.