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Planning in Old Mead

Approved
79%
11 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Old Mead in the last 24 months, from Uttlesford District Council's planning register.

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About Old Mead

Old Mead is a settlement located in Essex, England.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Old Mead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Old Mead has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Old Mead 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 Old Mead, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Old Mead. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (7), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Mead?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Old Mead. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Old Mead?
The average planning decision time near Old Mead is 81 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 Old Mead?
The planning approval rate near Old Mead is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Mead?
The most common type of planning application near Old Mead is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Mead?
You can search and track planning applications near Old Mead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.