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Planning in Roxwell

Approved
82%
9 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Roxwell

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About Roxwell

Roxwell is a charming village and civil parish located in the Chelmsford district of Essex, England, about 4 miles west of Chelmsford’s town centre. Situated south of the A1060 road, it includes the hamlets of Boyton Cross and Chalk End, as well as Peppers Green to the north and Radley Green to the south. With a population of 1,107 as of the 2021 census, Roxwell presents a quaint rural setting for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,107 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chelmsford district.

Property prices in Roxwell 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 Roxwell 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 Roxwell 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, Roxwell 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 Roxwell, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Roxwell. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Roxwell?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Roxwell. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Roxwell?
The average planning decision time near Roxwell is 47 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 Roxwell?
The planning approval rate near Roxwell is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Roxwell?
The most common type of planning application near Roxwell is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Roxwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Roxwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.