How long do planning decisions take near Mill Green?

The average planning decision time near Mill Green is 75 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 Mill Green?

The planning approval rate near Mill Green is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Mill Green?

The most common type of planning application near Mill Green is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Mill Green?

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Mill Green, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Mill Green, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Mill Green are administered by Basildon Borough Council. View the full Basildon Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Mill Green

Mill Green is a charming hamlet located within the civil parish of Ingatestone and Fryerning in the Brentwood district of Essex. Situated close to the town of Ingatestone and the village of Fryerning, it features notable landmarks such as Millgreen Wood and the historic Mill Green Mill, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to conservation and development.

District: Ingatestone and Fryerning

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Area Information

Admin district: Brentwood
Parliamentary constituency: Brentwood and Ongar
LSOA: Brentwood 001E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Mill 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 Mill Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Mill Green.

26/00697/AGR - Fryerning Fisheries Dog Kennel Lane Fryerning Essex CM4 0EA
Improvements to track and footpath
Status: Undecided | Council: Brentwood | Date: 2026-06-22
- Fryerning Fisheries Dog Kennel Lane Fryerning Essex CM4 0EA
Improvements to track and footpath
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Brentwood | Date: 2026-06-22
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A brief summary of Mill Green in Essex

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Mill Green a particularly low-crime area.

Mill Green has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ingatestone, High Street, Fryerning. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Mill Green includes 7 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Mill Green

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Mill Green. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 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 Mill Green.

The average decision period of 75 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Mill Green were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were 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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