How long do planning decisions take near Hazeleigh?

The average planning decision time near Hazeleigh is 74 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 Hazeleigh?

The planning approval rate near Hazeleigh is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hazeleigh?

The most common type of planning application near Hazeleigh is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hazeleigh?

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Hazeleigh, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hazeleigh, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hazeleigh are administered by Maldon District Council. View the full Maldon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hazeleigh

Hazeleigh is a quaint village and civil parish located on the Dengie peninsula in Essex, just 2.6 miles south-west of Maldon. As of the 2021 census, the population stands at 121 residents. The village collaborates with the nearby parish of Woodham Mortimer through a shared parish council, making it an integral part of the local governance structure.

Population: 121 (2021)

District: Maldon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £413,508 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Braintree
Parliamentary constituency: Witham
LSOA: Braintree 018A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hazeleigh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hazeleigh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Hazeleigh.

26/00348/HOUSE - Randalls Lodge Road Hazeleigh Chelmsford Essex CM3 6QX
Two storey front/side extension,single storey rear extension with veranda. Relocation of entrance door to side with porch and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-05-29
- Kinvara Manor Lodge Road Hazeleigh Essex
Claim for lawful development certificate for a proposed single storey side extension to existing annexe, including extension of the existing hardstanding to create an access into the extension.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Maldon | Date: 2025-10-22
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- Church Cottage Lodge Road Hazeleigh Chelmsford Essex CM3 6QX
Single storey extensions on both side elevations, with addition of roof lights on western elevation and window alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Maldon | Date: 2025-05-07
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A brief summary of Hazeleigh in Essex

Property prices in Hazeleigh show an average sale price of £413,508, 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 Hazeleigh a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Hazeleigh includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Hazeleigh

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Hazeleigh. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 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 Hazeleigh.

The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Hazeleigh were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 22% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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