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Planning in Mountnessing

Approved
76%
16 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Mountnessing in the last 24 months, from Brentwood Borough Council's planning register.

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About Mountnessing

Mountnessing is a charming village and civil parish located in the Borough of Brentwood, Essex, nestled between Brentwood and Ingatestone. The village, positioned along the historic Roman Road, was once along the A12 until a bypass was constructed in the 1970s. With a population of 1,437 as of the 2021 census, it is conveniently located near the railway stations at Shenfield and Ingatestone, making it an attractive option for potential development and planning applications. The iconic Mountnessing Windmill serves as a notable landmark and point of interest in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,437 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Brentwood district.

Property prices in Mountnessing show an average sale price of £524,980, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Mountnessing 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 Mountnessing a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Mountnessing has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Mountnessing 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 Mountnessing, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Mountnessing. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (1), amendments (1).

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 Mountnessing?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Mountnessing. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Mountnessing?
The average planning decision time near Mountnessing is 87 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 Mountnessing?
The planning approval rate near Mountnessing is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Mountnessing?
The most common type of planning application near Mountnessing is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Mountnessing?
You can search and track planning applications near Mountnessing on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.