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Planning in Ramsden Heath

Approved
75%
44 of 57 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Ramsden Heath

Ramsden Heath is a charming village in Essex, situated roughly 8 miles south of Chelmsford and conveniently located near Billericay and Wickford, which are about 3 and 3.5 miles away, respectively. The village's proximity to Hanningfield Reservoir and the neighbouring village of Downham makes it an attractive area for potential development and planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,966. It sits within the South Hanningfield district.

Property prices in Ramsden Heath show an average sale price of £445,110, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ramsden 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 Ramsden Heath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ramsden Heath has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ramsden 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 Ramsden 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, 65 planning applications were submitted near Ramsden Heath. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), outline applications (13), amendments (5).

8 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 5 were dismissed (38% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ramsden Heath?
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Ramsden Heath. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ramsden Heath?
The average planning decision time near Ramsden Heath is 55 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 Ramsden Heath?
The planning approval rate near Ramsden Heath is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ramsden Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Ramsden Heath is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ramsden Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Ramsden Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.