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Planning in Ingatestone

Approved
91%
70 of 75 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ingatestone in the last 24 months, from Brentwood Borough Council's planning register.

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About Ingatestone

Ingatestone is a picturesque village located within the civil parish of Ingatestone and Fryerning in the Borough of Brentwood, Essex. Situated 5 miles northeast of Brentwood and 25 miles from central London, it had a population of 5,410 as of the 2021 Census, including the nearby area of Mountnessing. This charming community offers a blend of rural appeal and accessibility to urban amenities, making it a notable area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,409. It sits within the Ingatestone and Fryerning district.

Property prices in Ingatestone show an average sale price of £794,770, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ingatestone 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 Ingatestone a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ingatestone has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ingatestone 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 Ingatestone, 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, 100 planning applications were submitted near Ingatestone. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (13), tree works (7). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ingatestone?
In the last 24 months, 100 planning applications were submitted near Ingatestone. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ingatestone?
The average planning decision time near Ingatestone is 70 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 Ingatestone?
The planning approval rate near Ingatestone is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ingatestone?
The most common type of planning application near Ingatestone is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ingatestone?
You can search and track planning applications near Ingatestone on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.