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Planning in Rettendon

Only 4 decisions near Rettendon in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Rettendon

Rettendon is a village and civil parish located in the Chelmsford district of Essex, approximately 8 miles southeast of Chelmsford. The village features two main areas: Rettendon Common to the north and Rettendon Place to the south, which are 1.5 miles apart. Key community facilities, including the parish church, village school, and village hall, are situated in Rettendon Place, making it a focal point for local planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,967 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chelmsford district.

Property prices in Rettendon 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 Rettendon 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 Rettendon 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, Rettendon 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 Rettendon, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Rettendon.

The most common types were full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rettendon?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Rettendon.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rettendon?
The most common type of planning application near Rettendon is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rettendon?
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