How long do planning decisions take near Ramsey?

The average planning decision time near Ramsey is 25 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 Ramsey?

The planning approval rate near Ramsey is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ramsey?

The most common type of planning application near Ramsey is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ramsey?

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Ramsey, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ramsey, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ramsey are administered by Basildon Borough Council. View the full Basildon Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ramsey

Ramsey is a village located along the B1352 road within the civil parish of Ramsey and Parkeston, in the Tendring district of Essex. Close to the A120 road and the town of Harwich, Ramsey features local amenities, including the Castle Inn pub, making it a key area for potential planning applications.

Population: 2,343

District: Ramsey and Parkeston

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Area Information

Admin district: Tendring
Parliamentary constituency: Harwich and North Essex
LSOA: Tendring 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ramsey.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ramsey.

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 Ramsey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Ramsey.

- Millfield The Street Ramsey Harwich Essex CO12 5HW
Householder Planning Application - Single storey front, side and rear extensions and alterations, and detached garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-04-01
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- Owl Cottage 16 The Street Ramsey Harwich Essex CO12 5HL
Trees in a Conservation Area Notification - Pollard ash tree. Reduce tree at the back of the garden. Reduce side hedge.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-02-23
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A brief summary of Ramsey in Essex

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Ramsey a particularly low-crime area.

Ramsey has one conservation area within its boundaries: Ramsey. 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 Ramsey includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Stour and Copperas Woods, Ramsey SSSI, Little Oakley Channel Deposit SSSI, Stour Estuary SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Suffolk Coast & Heaths; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Stour and Orwell Estuaries; 1 Ramsar Wetland Sites: Stour and Orwell Estuaries. 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, Ramsey 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 Ramsey

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Ramsey. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ramsey may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ramsey were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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