Roydon Hamlet, Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Roydon Hamlet, Essex.
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About Roydon Hamlet
Roydon Hamlet, located in the Epping Forest district of Essex, is a quaint community situated near the larger town of Harlow and approximately three miles from the village of Roydon. Its proximity to these urban areas may influence planning applications, making it a point of interest for developers and local authorities alike.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £388,772 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Harlow
- Parliamentary constituency: Harlow
- LSOA: Harlow 011E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Roydon Hamlet.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Roydon Hamlet.
- 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 Hamlet based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
11 planning applications found near Roydon Hamlet.
- - Land adj Clouds, Hamlet Hill, Roydon, CM19 5LD
Demolition of existing buildings and the erection of two dwellings and associated works
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - Rose View, Hamlet Hill, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5JU
Garage conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-15
View full details - - Lochalsh, Hamlet Hill, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5JU
Elevation facelift including two: two storey front extensions.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - Wyttons, Hamlet Hill, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5LD
Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 4 Details of Tree Planting of EPF/0985/25 (Retrospective planning application for the retention of a football pitch).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-01-22
View full details - - Croft Cottage, Tylers Road, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5LJ
Approval of Details Reserved by Conditions 2 Materials and 5 Surface Water Drainage of EPF/0975/25 (Substantial demolition of existing cottage and erection of a replacement self-build dwelling with as
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Oaklands, Hamlet Hill, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5LD
Erection of a detached triple garage with gym to the side of the existing dwelling, and erection of a detached garden office structure with terrace and storage within the rear garden.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-10-07
View full details - - Land south of Hamlet Hill (adj. Clouds), Hamlet Hill, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5LD
Erection of up to two dwellings and associated work.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-05-07
View full details - - Croft Cottage, Tylers Road, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5LJ
Substantial demolition of existing cottage and erection of a replacement self-build dwelling with associated parking and landscaping.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-05-07
View full details - - 9, Langland Place, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5FS
Loft conversion with rear dormer and 3 roof lights to front.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-02-04
View full details - - Westlands, Tylers Road, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5LG
Proposed Rear Extension (inc. demolition of existing rear conservatory).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2025-01-23
View full details - - Sales Office, Langland Place, Roydon, Harlow, CM19 5FS
TPO/EPF/09/19 T1: Oak - Crown reduce to previous pruning points, as specified.
Status: Conditions | Type: Trees | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2024-11-01
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A brief summary of Roydon Hamlet in Essex
Roydon Hamlet, located in the Epping Forest district of Essex, is a quaint community situated near the larger town of Harlow and approximately three miles from the village of Roydon. Its proximity to these urban areas may influence planning applications, making it a point of interest for developers and local authorities alike.
Property prices in Roydon Hamlet show an average sale price of £388,772, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Roydon Hamlet a particularly low-crime area.
Roydon Hamlet has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Nazeing and South Roydon, No data available for publication by HE. 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 Hamlet includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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Planning Activity in Roydon Hamlet
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Roydon Hamlet. Of these, 62% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 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 Hamlet.
The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Roydon Hamlet were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (7), tree works (5). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.