Skip to content

Planning in Manningtree

Approved
83%
39 of 47 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Tendring District CouncilCouncil page

Around Manningtree

For home projects and trades

About Manningtree

Manningtree, located in the Tendring district of Essex, is a quaint town and civil parish situated along the picturesque River Stour. It is part of the Suffolk Coast and Heaths Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, attracting those interested in planning applications related to conservation and development. As of the 2021 census, Manningtree's parish had a population of 874, while the built-up area housed 1,761 residents, reflecting its small yet vibrant community. The settlement has a population of approximately 874 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tendring district.

Property prices in Manningtree show an average sale price of £325,030, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Manningtree 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 Manningtree a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Manningtree has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Manningtree, 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, 99 planning applications were submitted near Manningtree. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were tree works (12), full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Manningtree?
In the last 24 months, 99 planning applications were submitted near Manningtree. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Manningtree?
The average planning decision time near Manningtree is 44 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 Manningtree?
The planning approval rate near Manningtree is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Manningtree?
The most common type of planning application near Manningtree is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Manningtree?
You can search and track planning applications near Manningtree on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.