Matching Green, Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Matching Green, Essex.
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About Matching Green
Matching Green, the largest settlement in the civil parish of Matching, is a picturesque village located in Essex, England. Situated approximately 3 miles east of Harlow and within close proximity to Chipping Ongar and Sawbridgeworth, it offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a relevant area for those considering planning applications in this part of Essex.
Population: 636
District: Matching
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Area Information
- Admin district: Epping Forest
- Parliamentary constituency: Harlow
- LSOA: Epping Forest 001A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Matching Green.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Matching Green.
- 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 Matching Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Matching Green.
- - Elm House, Matching Green, Matching, Harlow, CM17 0PZ
Certificate of Lawful Development for proposed ancillary outbuilding.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Watermans End House, Watery Lane, Little Laver, Harlow, CM17 0RQ
Grade II Listed Building application to replacement the newer windows and one door to match the older windows in quality and style.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - Watermans End House, Watery Lane, Little Laver, Harlow, CM17 0RQ
Grade II listed building Consent for demolition of porch extension, large shed and glass house. Relocation of oil tank and construction of small shed. Create new door opening to kitchen. Single storey
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-07-15
View full details - - Watermans End House, Watery Lane, Little Laver, Harlow, CM17 0RQ
Demolition of porch extension, large shed and glass house. Relocation of oil tank and construction of small shed. Create new door opening to kitchen. Single storey rear extension to rear with swimming
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-07-15
View full details - - Blaydon, Little Laver Road, Little Laver, Harlow, CM17 0QB
Internal alterations to existing garage, proposal of new carport and gates
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2023-06-22
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A brief summary of Matching Green in Essex
Matching Green, the largest settlement in the civil parish of Matching, is a picturesque village located in Essex, England. Situated approximately 3 miles east of Harlow and within close proximity to Chipping Ongar and Sawbridgeworth, it offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a relevant area for those considering planning applications in this part of Essex. The settlement has a population of approximately 636. It sits within the Matching district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Matching Green a particularly low-crime area.
Matching Green has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Matching Green, Matching. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Matching Green 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 Matching Green
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Matching Green. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Matching Green.
At 61 days on average, decisions near Matching Green slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Matching Green were listed building and heritage (3), discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
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