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Planning in Kelvedon Hatch

Approved
62%
8 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Kelvedon Hatch

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About Kelvedon Hatch

Kelvedon Hatch is a village and civil parish located within the Borough of Brentwood, Essex, approximately four miles north of Brentwood and adjacent to Pilgrims Hatch. Surrounded by Metropolitan Green Belt, the area has a population of 2,636 as of the 2021 census, with 2,398 residents in the built-up area, making it a quaint yet growing community for potential planning and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,636 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Brentwood district.

Property prices in Kelvedon Hatch show an average sale price of £524,980, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kelvedon Hatch 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 Kelvedon Hatch a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Kelvedon Hatch has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kelvedon Hatch 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.kelvedonhatch-pc.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Kelvedon Hatch, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Kelvedon Hatch. Of these, 62% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kelvedon Hatch?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Kelvedon Hatch. The approval rate is 62%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kelvedon Hatch?
The average planning decision time near Kelvedon Hatch is 39 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 Kelvedon Hatch?
The planning approval rate near Kelvedon Hatch is 62%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kelvedon Hatch?
The most common type of planning application near Kelvedon Hatch is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kelvedon Hatch?
You can search and track planning applications near Kelvedon Hatch on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.