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Planning in North Stifford

Approved
88%
29 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of North Stifford in the last 24 months, from Thurrock Council's planning register.

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Around North Stifford

Postcode districts

RM16 241 applications in the last 12 monthsRM15 114 applications in the last 12 monthsRM17 177 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Thurrock Council

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About North Stifford

North Stifford, a historic area within Grays in the Thurrock borough of Essex, is situated north of the A13 dual carriageway. Once a standalone parish until its dissolution in 1936, North Stifford retains its village charm, while the adjacent South Stifford serves as a predominantly residential zone. The area is also notable for the Stifford Clays housing estate, located to the north of Grays, which may be of interest to those researching planning applications in this evolving locality. It sits within the Thurrock district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the North Stifford 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 North Stifford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around North Stifford has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, North Stifford 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near North Stifford, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near North Stifford. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 87 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), outline applications (7), tree works (2). 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 North Stifford?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near North Stifford. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near North Stifford?
The average planning decision time near North Stifford 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 North Stifford?
The planning approval rate near North Stifford is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near North Stifford?
The most common type of planning application near North Stifford is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near North Stifford?
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