How long do planning decisions take near Langford?

The average planning decision time near Langford is 37 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 Langford?

The planning approval rate near Langford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Langford?

The most common type of planning application near Langford is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Langford?

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Langford, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Langford, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Langford are administered by Maldon District Council. View the full Maldon District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Langford

Langford is a small village and civil parish located on the western edge of the Dengie peninsula, near Maldon in Essex. It falls within the Wickham Bishops and Woodham ward of the Maldon district and had a population of 207 according to the 2021 census. The village collaborates with the neighbouring parish of Ulting through a shared parish council, making it an important area for community planning and development.

Population: 207 (2021)

District: Maldon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £392,567 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Maldon
Parliamentary constituency: Maldon
LSOA: Maldon 005E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Langford.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Langford.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Langford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Langford.

26/00451/NMA · Received: Fri 03 Jul 2026 · Validated: Fri 03 Jul 2026 - Southern Plot Oval Park Hatfield Road Langford Essex
Application for non-material amendment following grant of Planning Permission 25/00868/VARM (Variation of conditions 2 (Plans),13 (Parking), 24 (Cycle Parking) & 25 (Disabled Parking) and the removal
Status: Undecided | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-07-03
26/00333/LBC - Langford Hall Witham Road Langford Maldon Essex CM9 4ST
Internal alterations to first floor bedroom and bathroom accommodation to form revised master bathroom suite including new bath, shower enclosure, vanity units, fitted joinery and associated minor int
Status: Undecided | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-05-12
- Melita Witham Road Langford Maldon Essex CM9 4ST
Compliance with conditions notification 25/00822/HOUSE (Proposed single storey extension to the rear, infill extension to front elevation with the removal of chimneys, addition of rooflights and fenes
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-03-02
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- 9 John Thresh Way Langford Maldon Essex CM9 6FR
T1 Mature Horse Chestnut tree - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-02-04
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- Southern Plot Oval Park Hatfield Road Langford Essex
Compliance with conditions notification 22/00858/FULM (Erection of building for Sui Generis purposes, together with new estate road, car parking, service areas and landscaping) Condition 14 - Travel P
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Museum Of Power Steam Pumping Station Hatfield Road Langford Maldon Essex CM9 6QA
964 Sycamore - Fell, 997 Oak - Remove deadwood, 998 Silver Birch - Fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Maldon | Date: 2025-09-18
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- Melita Witham Road Langford Maldon Essex CM9 4ST
T1, D1, T3 Ash & T2 Oak - Fell. T4 Sycamore - Removal of deadwood crossing rubbing limbs and crown reduce by 2.5m. G1 Conifers - Crown reduce by 2.5 m and crown lift by 1.5m. G2 Leylandii Conifers - F
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Maldon | Date: 2025-06-24
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- Langford Hall Witham Road Langford Maldon Essex CM9 4ST
Compliance with conditions notification of approved application 23/00259/LBC (Enlargement and alterations to the existing orangery. Alterations to garden walls and gates. Internal alterations). Condit
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Maldon | Date: 2023-12-27
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A brief summary of Langford in Essex

Property prices in Langford show an average sale price of £392,567, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Langford a particularly low-crime area.

Langford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Chelmer and Blackwater Navigation, Langford. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Langford includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Langford

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Langford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Langford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Langford were tree works (4), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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