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Planning in Marden Ash

Approved
82%
27 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Marden Ash in the last 24 months, from Epping Forest District Council's planning register.

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About Marden Ash

Marden Ash is an urban settlement located within the Ongar civil parish in the Epping Forest District of Essex, England. Previously part of the village of High Ongar, it is adjacent to the small town of Chipping Ongar and features a Church of England parish church and the local pub, the Stag. This growing community may present various opportunities for planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Marden Ash show an average sale price of £565,524, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Marden Ash 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 Marden Ash 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, Marden Ash 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 Marden Ash, 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, 63 planning applications were submitted near Marden Ash. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (19), full planning applications (17), outline applications (6). 12 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Marden Ash?
In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Marden Ash. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Marden Ash?
The average planning decision time near Marden Ash is 70 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 Marden Ash?
The planning approval rate near Marden Ash is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Marden Ash?
The most common type of planning application near Marden Ash is discharge of conditions, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Marden Ash?
You can search and track planning applications near Marden Ash on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.