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Planning in Reader's Corner

Approved
95%
59 of 61 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Reader's Corner

Reader's Corner is a settlement located in Essex, England.

Property prices in Reader's Corner show an average sale price of £413,508, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Reader's Corner 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 Reader's Corner a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Reader's Corner 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 Reader's Corner, 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, 81 planning applications were submitted near Reader's Corner. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were tree works (10), full planning applications (4), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Reader's Corner?
In the last 24 months, 81 planning applications were submitted near Reader's Corner. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Reader's Corner?
The average planning decision time near Reader's Corner is 45 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 Reader's Corner?
The planning approval rate near Reader's Corner is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Reader's Corner?
The most common type of planning application near Reader's Corner is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Reader's Corner?
You can search and track planning applications near Reader's Corner on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.