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Planning in Latchingdon

Approved
92%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Latchingdon

Latchingdon is a village located on the Dengie Peninsula in Essex, England, just south of Chelmsford. Formerly known as Latchingdon-cum-Snoreham, the area still features historical sites such as Snoreham Hall. As of the 2021 census, Latchingdon has a population of 1,407, making it a small but established community for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,407 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maldon district.

Property prices in Latchingdon show an average sale price of £413,508, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Latchingdon 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 Latchingdon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Latchingdon 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 Latchingdon, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Latchingdon. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (14), outline applications (3), amendments (2). 19 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Latchingdon?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Latchingdon. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Latchingdon?
The average planning decision time near Latchingdon is 80 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 Latchingdon?
The planning approval rate near Latchingdon is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Latchingdon?
The most common type of planning application near Latchingdon is discharge of conditions, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Latchingdon?
You can search and track planning applications near Latchingdon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.