North Fambridge, Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near North Fambridge, Essex.
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About North Fambridge
North Fambridge is a picturesque village and civil parish located on the Dengie peninsula in Essex, England. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 867 residents, making it a quaint community ideal for those interested in planning applications in a tranquil rural setting.
Population: 867 (2021)
District: Maldon
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £414,572 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Chelmsford
- Parliamentary constituency: Maldon
- LSOA: Chelmsford 016B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near North Fambridge.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near North Fambridge.
- 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 North Fambridge based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near North Fambridge.
- - Stondon The Avenue North Fambridge Chelmsford Essex CM3 6LZ
Part single / part two storey front extension incorporating enlarged garage and new entrance lobby, alterations to existing dormers, addition of window and single storey side porch canopy.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-04-13
View full details - - Smugglers Cottage Fambridge Road North Fambridge Chelmsford Essex CM3 6NA
Single storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - Kingfisher House Fambridge Road North Fambridge Chelmsford Essex CM3 6NB
Two storey front, side and rear extensions, with associated landscaping. Fenestration alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-03-05
View full details - - Stondon The Avenue North Fambridge Chelmsford Essex CM3 6LZ
Part single / part two storey front extension incorporating enlarged garage and new entrance lobby, alterations to existing dormers, addition of window and single storey side porch canopy.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - Harroldene Fambridge Road North Fambridge Chelmsford Essex CM3 6NB
Two storey front extension with porch, single storey rear extension and fenestration alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Maldon | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - 16 Rectory Road North Fambridge Chelmsford Essex CM3 6NG
Single storey front garage extension, including alterations to existing garage to create habitable rooms.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Maldon | Date: 2025-09-01
View full details - - 4 Hurndall Avenue North Fambridge Chelmsford Essex CM3 6FS
Claim for lawful development certificate for a proposed single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Maldon | Date: 2025-02-28
View full details - - Bracken House The Avenue North Fambridge Chelmsford Essex CM3 6LZ
Claim for lawful development certificate for proposed replacement windows and change of garage door to glass bifold door for conversion of detached garage to a home gym
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Maldon | Date: 2025-02-03
View full details - - Willow End Franklin Road North Fambridge Chelmsford Essex CM3 6NF
Compliance with conditions notification 23/01158/HOUSE (Demolition of detached garage to facilitate single storey front extension. Integral garage conversion. Alterations to storm porch and changes to
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Maldon | Date: 2024-04-19
View full details - - 3 Blackwater Road North Fambridge Chelmsford Essex CM3 6FX
Extension to existing garage. Construction of fence and associated landscaping.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Maldon | Date: 2023-02-22
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A brief summary of North Fambridge in Essex
North Fambridge is a picturesque village and civil parish located on the Dengie peninsula in Essex, England. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 867 residents, making it a quaint community ideal for those interested in planning applications in a tranquil rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 867 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maldon district.
Property prices in North Fambridge show an average sale price of £414,572, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes North Fambridge a particularly low-crime area.
North Fambridge has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 North Fambridge includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Crouch and Roach Estuaries SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Essex Estuaries; 3 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Outer Thames Estuary, Crouch & Roach Estuaries (Mid-Essex Coast Phase 3); 2 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Crouch & Roach Estuaries (Mid-Essex Coast Phase 3). These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, North Fambridge 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 North Fambridge
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near North Fambridge. Of these, 71% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 North Fambridge.
At 59 days on average, decisions near North Fambridge slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near North Fambridge were full planning applications (7), outline applications (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 70% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.