How long do planning decisions take near Low Street?

The average planning decision time near Low Street is 87 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 Low Street?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Low Street?

The most common type of planning application near Low Street is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Low Street?

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Low Street, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Low Street, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Low Street are administered by Thurrock Council. View the full Thurrock Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Low Street

Low Street railway station, located at a level crossing near the villages of West Tilbury and East Tilbury in Essex, was part of the Tilbury loop line on the London, Tilbury and Southend railway. This station's proximity to local villages may be relevant for planning applications concerning transportation access and rural development in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £323,524 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Thurrock
Parliamentary constituency: Thurrock
LSOA: Thurrock 018C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Low Street.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Low Street based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Low Street.

- Condovers Scout Activity Centre Condovers Meadow Church Road West Tilbury Essex RM18 8QX
Application for the variation of condition No.2 (Approved Plans) and No. 3 (The materials to be used on the external surfaces of the development hereby permitted shall be implemented as detailed withi
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2026-01-26
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- The Post House Rectory Road West Tilbury Essex RM18 8UD
Restore/repair the external parts of building, install sash style windows, replace rainwater goods, replace balcony double doors, replace soffits and fascias and repair/replace single glazed shop fron
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2023-12-29
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- The Green Rectory Road West Tilbury Essex RM18 8UD
Erection of 2m high fence on top of existing bricks of 1m along front and side of property.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2023-12-25
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A brief summary of Low Street in Essex

Property prices in Low Street show an average sale price of £323,524, 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 Low Street a particularly low-crime area.

Low Street has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: East Tilbury, West Tilbury. 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.

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Planning Activity in Low Street

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Low Street. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

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

The average decision period of 87 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Low Street were discharge of conditions (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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