Search Leigh-on-Sea planning applications

51 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Leigh-on-Sea · updated daily · Southend-on-Sea City Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 51 · received or decided in the last 90 days

West Leigh Baptist Church Lymington Avenue Leigh-on-sea Essex SS9 2AJAwaiting decisionApplication to vary condition 16 (plant equipment) - to omit 1No. AC external condenser and adjust the platform to house 1No. AC external condenser and PV batteries (Material amendment of planning permission 22/02284/FUL dated 07.03.2023)Received 5 Nov 202626/01454/AMDT
182A Tankerville Drive Leigh-on-sea Essex SS9 3DDAwaiting decisionApplication to vary Condition 02 (Approved Plans) and Condition 04 (Roof Terrace and Privacy Screens) to retain the rear roof terrace and privacy screens as built and substitute approved drawing 428_R06A with drawing 428_R12 Rev B (Material Amendment to planning permission 24/00219/FUL dated 11.04.2024) (Retrospective)Received 5 Nov 202626/01457/AMDT
14 Marine Avenue Leigh-on-sea Essex SS9 2JEAwaiting decisionErect single storey rear extension, install 2no. external air-conditioning units to side elevation, layout patio to rearReceived 5 Nov 202626/01452/FULH
59 - 61 Cliffsea Grove Leigh-on-sea EssexAwaiting decisionApplication for approval of details pursuant to informative 07 (BNG - condition imposed by legislation) of planning permission 25/00865/FUL dated 07/10/2025Received 3 Nov 202626/01439/AD
West Leigh Baptist Church Lymington Avenue Leigh-on-sea Essex SS9 2AJAwaiting decisionInstall flatform and cage to first floor west elevation to house AC external condenser and PV batteriesReceived 2 Nov 202626/01430/FUL

Planning in Leigh-on-Sea

Approved: 83%; 265 of 314 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Leigh-on-Sea in the last 24 months, from Southend-on-Sea City Council's planning register.

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Around Leigh-on-Sea

Postcode districts

SS9 312 applications in the last 12 monthsSS0 182 applications in the last 12 monthsSS1 162 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Southend-on-Sea City Council

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About Leigh-on-Sea

Leigh-on-Sea, often known as Leigh, is a vibrant town and civil parish within Southend-on-Sea in Essex, England. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 22,568, making it an important area for planning applications and local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 22,568 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Southend-on-Sea district.

Property prices in Leigh-on-Sea show an average sale price of £411,357, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Leigh-on-Sea has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Leigh-on-Sea 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 Leigh-on-Sea, 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, 402 planning applications were submitted near Leigh-on-Sea. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (161), outline applications (51), discharge of conditions (50).

26 planning appeals were lodged, of which 10 were allowed and 15 were dismissed (40% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Leigh-on-Sea?

In the last 24 months, 402 planning applications were submitted near Leigh-on-Sea. The approval rate is 83%.

How long do planning decisions take near Leigh-on-Sea?

The average planning decision time near Leigh-on-Sea is 64 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 Leigh-on-Sea?

The planning approval rate near Leigh-on-Sea is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Leigh-on-Sea?

The most common type of planning application near Leigh-on-Sea is full planning applications, with 161 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Leigh-on-Sea?

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