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Planning in Kirby Cross

Approved
90%
43 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Kirby Cross in the last 24 months, from Tendring District Council's planning register.

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About Kirby Cross

Kirby Cross is a village located in the Tendring district of Essex, England, adjacent to Kirby-le-Soken and Frinton-on-Sea. Once a hamlet within the parish of Kirby-le-Soken, Kirby Cross has been integrated into the Frinton and Walton civil parish since 1934, making it an area of interest for planning applications and local development projects. It sits within the Frinton and Walton district.

Property prices in Kirby Cross show an average sale price of £346,730, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kirby Cross 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 Kirby Cross a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Kirby Cross has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kirby Cross 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 Kirby Cross, 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, 84 planning applications were submitted near Kirby Cross. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

The most common types were tree works (22), full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kirby Cross?
In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near Kirby Cross. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kirby Cross?
The average planning decision time near Kirby Cross is 42 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 Kirby Cross?
The planning approval rate near Kirby Cross is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kirby Cross?
The most common type of planning application near Kirby Cross is tree works applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kirby Cross?
You can search and track planning applications near Kirby Cross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.