Roydon, Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Roydon, Essex.
Essex · England · settlement
Planning applications in Roydon are administered by Epping Forest District Council. View the full Epping Forest District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Roydon
Roydon is a village and civil parish situated in the Epping Forest district of Essex, England, just 2 miles west of Harlow and 4 miles east of Hoddesdon. With a population of 3,074 as recorded in the 2021 census, Roydon lies close to the Hertfordshire border, making it a key area for planning applications and developments within the region.
Population: 3,074 (2021) · Area: 7.0 km²
District: Epping Forest
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Area Information
- Admin district: Harlow
- Parliamentary constituency: Harlow
- LSOA: Harlow 004C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Roydon.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Roydon.
- 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 Roydon based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Roydon.
- - Land at Temple Farm, High Street, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5LW
Request for Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Screening Opinion - Proposed Residential Development of up to 250 Dwellings with Associated Infrastructure and Landscaping
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - - Garden House, Farm Close, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5LW
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 3 Window Details of EPF/0423/26 (Repair and refurbishment of existing timber sash windows, including draught-proofing, alongside the repointing of external br
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-06-04
View full details - - 32, Church Mead, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5EY
Roydon Conservation Area T1: Horse Chestnut - Crown reduce to previous points.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - Roydon Station Level Crossing, High Street, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5EQ
Grade II Listed Building Consent to reinstate ground floor ceiling following necessary asbestos abatement.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 17, The Granary, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5EL
Single storey rear extension with dormer at first floor, new canopy roof, fenestration and elevation changes.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - Garden House, Farm Close, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5LW
Repair and refurbishment of existing timber sash windows, including draught-proofing, alongside the repointing of external brickwork using traditional lime mortar.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - The Barn House, Farm Close, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5LW
Two storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2024-06-26
View full details - - Roydon Marina Village, High Street, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5EJ
Approval of Details Reserved by Conditions 8 Pollution Prevention Strategy and 14 No Residential Use of EPF/2036/20 (Extension to existing marina to provide an additional 168 berths, 99 parking spaces
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2024-06-26
View full details - - 1, Ducketts Mead, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5EG
Proposed single storey front and side extensions. Conversion of integrated garage. Relocation of front entrance door and alteration to window openings.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2024-01-30
View full details - - 4, The Granary, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5EL
Single storey side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2023-06-23
View full details - - Flagstaff, 2 Farm Close, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5LW
Roydon Conservation Area T1: Bay Laurel - Crown reduce height by up to 3m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2023-04-27
View full details - - Mill Corner, Roydon Mill Caravan Park Access Road, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5EJ
Re-siting and reconstruction of 5nr. existing lodge pitch bases within application site to improve orientation, aspect, access and servicing. Realignment of related driveway / track serving lodge pitc
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Roydon in Essex
Roydon is a village and civil parish situated in the Epping Forest district of Essex, England, just 2 miles west of Harlow and 4 miles east of Hoddesdon. With a population of 3,074 as recorded in the 2021 census, Roydon lies close to the Hertfordshire border, making it a key area for planning applications and developments within the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,074 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Epping Forest district.
Roydon covers an area of approximately 7.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Roydon a particularly low-crime area.
Roydon has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Nazeing and South Roydon, Roydon Village. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Roydon includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hunsdon Mead SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Roydon 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 Roydon
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Roydon. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Roydon.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Roydon were tree works (5), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 14 smaller schemes were submitted.
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