Lakeside, Essex Planning Applications
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Planning data sourced from Essex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Removal of the existing driveway surface and installation of new block paving to the existing driveway area. The proposed works are intended to improve the condition and appearance of the driveway. No changes are proposed to the existing vehicle access.
External Building Alterations Comprising Replacement Windows
Change of use from retail use (Use Class E(a)) to restaurant and hot food takeaway use (sui generis) including external alterations and extension to existing building, external seating area, plant enclosure and bin store, provision of drive through lane and alterations to car parking and landscaping
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About Lakeside - Planning Applications & Local Development
Lakeside Shopping Centre, situated in West Thurrock, Essex, just outside Greater London, is a prominent out-of-town retail destination that opened on 25 October 1990. Built on the site of a former chalk quarry, the centre began welcoming its first tenants in 1988 and has since undergone expansions, including the addition of new spaces in the red car park in October 2019. This bustling shopping hub plays a significant role in the local economy and is a key site for planning applications in the area.
Property prices in Lakeside show an average sale price of £234,813, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lakeside 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 Lakeside a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Lakeside has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lakeside 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.
To comment on or object to a planning application near Lakeside, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.