How long do planning decisions take near Lawford?

The average planning decision time near Lawford is 29 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 Lawford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lawford?

The most common type of planning application near Lawford is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lawford?

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Lawford, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lawford, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

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

About Lawford

Lawford is a large village and civil parish located in the Tendring district of northeast Essex, approximately 6 miles northeast of Colchester and adjacent to Manningtree. The area is served by two junior schools, Lawford Church of England Primary School and Highfields Primary School, both near Manningtree High School. As of the 2021 census, Lawford has a population of 4,790, making it a notable community for planning applications in the region.

Population: 4,790 (2021)

District: Tendring

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Area Information

Admin district: Tendring
Parliamentary constituency: Harwich and North Essex
LSOA: Tendring 003F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lawford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Lawford.

26/01008/WTPO · Received: Thu 02 Jul 2026 · Validated: Thu 02 Jul 2026 - 2A Waldegrave Way Lawford Manningtree Essex CO11 2DX
Works related to Tree Preservation Order (00/00003/TPO) - T3 - Sycamore - Fell. T5 - Acer Crimson King - Reduction by 40%.
Status: Undecided | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-07-02
- 2A Waldegrave Way Lawford Manningtree Essex CO11 2DX
Works related to Tree Preservation Order (00/00003/TPO) - T3 - Sycamore - Fell. T5 - Acer Crimson King - Reduction by 40%.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-07-02
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- 43 Hunter Drive Lawford Manningtree Essex CO11 2EJ
Householder Planning Application - First floor side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-03-16
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- 7 Cambridge Drive Lawford Manningtree Essex CO11 2EN
Householder Planning Application - Single storey rear extension, garage conversion and replacement of existing garage roof structure. Formation of an additional parking space.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-02-18
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- 4 Blake Close Lawford Manningtree Essex CO11 2JR
Application for Lawful Development Certificate for proposed use or Development for construction of dormers, roof lights and windows to front and rear gable to facilitate loft conversion and extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Centre of Pond 60M From 49 Lawford Place 100M From Lawford Place Lawford Manningtree Essex CO11 2PT
Works related to Tree Preservation Order (80/00003/TPO and 11/00031/TPO) - T6 - Sycamore. Remove low dead branches. T4 - Oak. Remove overhanging lateral branch. G8 - 2 × Sweet Chestnut. Reduce crowns
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Tendring | Date: 2025-11-14
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- 10 School Lane Lawford Manningtree Essex CO11 2HZ
Householder Planning Application - Two storey side extension, single storey flat roof rear extension with parapet wall and front porch.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tendring | Date: 2025-10-27
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- 25 Lawford Place Lawford Manningtree Essex CO11 2PT
1 No. Holm Oak - To thin crown and remove secondary growth from main trunks. 1 No Monterey Cypress - Fell the whole tree and remove stump.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Tendring | Date: 2024-11-11
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A brief summary of Lawford in Essex

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

Lawford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Lawford, Manningtree and Mistley. 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 Lawford includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cattawade Marshes SSSI, Stour Estuary SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dedham Vale; 2 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Stour and Orwell Estuaries; 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Stour and Orwell Estuaries. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lawford 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.

Planning Activity in Lawford

In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Lawford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 29 days.

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

The average decision time of 29 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lawford were tree works (15), full planning applications (11), outline applications (5). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 32 smaller schemes were submitted.

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