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Planning in Orsett Heath

Approved
88%
37 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Orsett Heath

Postcode districts

RM16 241 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 Orsett Heath

Orsett Heath is a village situated in the Thurrock unitary authority area of Essex, approximately twenty miles from London. It is surrounded by the towns of Tilbury and Grays, as well as the villages of Orsett and Chadwell St Mary. The area benefits from accessible transport links, including the A13, A1089, and A1013 roads, with Tilbury Town railway station being the nearest rail connection, making it a relevant location for those researching planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Orsett Heath show an average sale price of £382,650, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Orsett Heath 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 Orsett Heath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Orsett Heath 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 Orsett Heath, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Orsett Heath. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were outline applications (16), full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (1). 1 large-scale development was 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 Orsett Heath?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Orsett Heath. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Orsett Heath?
The average planning decision time near Orsett Heath is 67 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 Orsett Heath?
The planning approval rate near Orsett Heath is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Orsett Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Orsett Heath is outline applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Orsett Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Orsett Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.