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Planning in Harknett's Gate

Approved
85%
28 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Harknett's Gate in the last 24 months, from Epping Forest District Council's planning register.

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Around Harknett's Gate

Postcode districts

EN9 282 applications in the last 12 monthsCM16 322 applications in the last 12 monthsIG9 122 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Epping Forest District Council

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About Harknett's Gate

Harknett's Gate is a settlement located in Essex, England.

Property prices in Harknett's Gate show an average sale price of £399,180, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Harknett's Gate 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 Harknett's Gate a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Harknett's Gate has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Harknett's Gate 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 Harknett's Gate, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Harknett's Gate. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (10), tree works (9).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harknett's Gate?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Harknett's Gate. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Harknett's Gate?
The average planning decision time near Harknett's Gate is 69 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 Harknett's Gate?
The planning approval rate near Harknett's Gate is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Harknett's Gate?
The most common type of planning application near Harknett's Gate is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Harknett's Gate?
You can search and track planning applications near Harknett's Gate on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.