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Planning in Nine Ashes

Approved
80%
36 of 44 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Nine Ashes

Nine Ashes is a hamlet located within the civil parish of High Ongar in the Epping Forest district of Essex, England. This linear settlement extends along Nine Ashes Road and is situated less than one mile south of the A414 road, which connects Harlow to Chelmsford. It is in close proximity to other localities, including the village of Norton Heath and the hamlet of King Street, making it a relevant area for planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Nine Ashes show an average sale price of £794,770, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Nine Ashes 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 Nine Ashes 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, Nine Ashes 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 Nine Ashes, 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, 56 planning applications were submitted near Nine Ashes. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (26), discharge of conditions (10), listed building and heritage (6). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Nine Ashes?
In the last 24 months, 56 planning applications were submitted near Nine Ashes. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Nine Ashes?
The average planning decision time near Nine Ashes is 72 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 Nine Ashes?
The planning approval rate near Nine Ashes is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Nine Ashes?
The most common type of planning application near Nine Ashes is full planning applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Nine Ashes?
You can search and track planning applications near Nine Ashes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.