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Planning in Minnow End

Approved
98%
55 of 56 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Minnow End in the last 24 months, from Chelmsford City Council's planning register.

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About Minnow End

Minnow End is a hamlet located within the Great Waltham parish in the Chelmsford district of Essex. It is situated near the town of Chelmsford and the villages of Great Waltham and Little Waltham. Access to transport links is facilitated by the nearby B1008, A131, and A130 roads, making it a strategically positioned area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Property prices in Minnow End show an average sale price of £413,508, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Minnow End 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 Minnow End a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Minnow End has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Minnow End 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 Minnow End, 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, 69 planning applications were submitted near Minnow End. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were tree works (22), full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (10). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Minnow End?
In the last 24 months, 69 planning applications were submitted near Minnow End. The approval rate is 98%.
How long do planning decisions take near Minnow End?
The average planning decision time near Minnow End is 48 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 Minnow End?
The planning approval rate near Minnow End is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Minnow End?
The most common type of planning application near Minnow End is tree works applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Minnow End?
You can search and track planning applications near Minnow End on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.