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Planning in Great Parndon

Approved
82%
45 of 55 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Great Parndon in the last 24 months, from Harlow District Council's planning register.

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Around Great Parndon

Postcode districts

CM19 118 applications in the last 12 monthsCM18 94 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Harlow District Council

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About Great Parndon

Great Parndon, located in Harlow, Essex, transitioned from a rural parish with scattered hamlets to a developed urban area following its inclusion in the new town of Harlow in 1947. Significant development occurred throughout the mid-20th century, leading to the formal abolition of the parish in 1955 when it was incorporated into Harlow's administrative boundaries. This evolution presents various planning opportunities and considerations for current and prospective developments in the area.

Property prices in Great Parndon show an average sale price of £374,651, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Parndon 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 Parndon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Great Parndon has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Parndon 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Great Parndon, 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, 80 planning applications were submitted near Great Parndon. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), outline applications (13), discharge of conditions (13).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Parndon?
In the last 24 months, 80 planning applications were submitted near Great Parndon. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Great Parndon?
The average planning decision time near Great Parndon is 65 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 Great Parndon?
The planning approval rate near Great Parndon is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Great Parndon?
The most common type of planning application near Great Parndon is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Great Parndon?
You can search and track planning applications near Great Parndon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.