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Planning in High Laver

Approved
46%
6 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About High Laver

High Laver is a charming village and civil parish located in the Epping Forest district of Essex, England. Known for its historical connection to the philosopher John Locke, the parish recorded a population of 259 at the 2021 census, making it a small but notable community for planning applications and local development considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 259 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Epping Forest district.

Property prices in High Laver show an average sale price of £565,524, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the High Laver 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 High Laver a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, High Laver 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 High Laver, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near High Laver. Of these, 46% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), listed building and heritage (4), discharge of conditions (4).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near High Laver?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near High Laver. The approval rate is 46%.
How long do planning decisions take near High Laver?
The average planning decision time near High Laver is 53 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 High Laver?
The planning approval rate near High Laver is 46%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near High Laver?
The most common type of planning application near High Laver is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near High Laver?
You can search and track planning applications near High Laver on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.