Saffron Walden, Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Saffron Walden, Essex.
Essex · England · Town
Planning applications in Saffron Walden are administered by Uttlesford District Council. View the full Uttlesford District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Saffron Walden
Saffron Walden is a charming market town and civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, approximately 12 miles north of Bishop's Stortford and 15 miles south of Cambridge. Known for its rural character and medieval architecture, the town is home to a population of 16,610, with the wider parish, which includes Little Walden and Audley End, having a total of 17,022 residents as of the 2021 census. This historical town offers a unique context for planning applications, reflecting both its heritage and ongoing development.
Population: 15,504 (2011)
District: Uttlesford
Website: http://www.saffronwalden.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £439,243 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Uttlesford
- Parliamentary constituency: North West Essex
- LSOA: Uttlesford 003C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Saffron Walden.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Saffron Walden.
- 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 Saffron Walden based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
54 planning applications found near Saffron Walden.
- - 7 Shire Hill Saffron Walden Essex
Application to discharge condition 11 (drainage) attached to UTT/23/0990/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-06-04
View full details - UTT/26/1350/DOC · Received: Thu 04 Jun 2026 · Validated: Thu 04 Jun 2026 - 7 Shire Hill Saffron Walden Essex
Application to discharge condition 11 (drainage) attached to UTT/23/0990/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-06-04 - - 48 Shepherds Way Saffron Walden Essex CB10 2AH
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-06-03
View full details - UTT/26/1199/PDE · Received: Mon 18 May 2026 · Validated: Tue 19 May 2026 - 8 Hollyhock Road Saffron Walden Essex CB10 2AG
Proposed single store rear extension - extending 6 metres from rear wall, maximum height 2.95 metres and height to eaves 2.4 metres
Status: Undecided | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-05-19 - - 8 Hollyhock Road Saffron Walden Essex CB10 2AG
Proposed single store rear extension - extending 6 metres from rear wall, maximum height 2.95 metres and height to eaves 2.4 metres
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - UTT/26/1166/FUL · Received: Thu 14 May 2026 · Validated: Thu 14 May 2026 - 16 Hollyhock Road Saffron Walden Essex CB10 2AG
S73A application for retrospective alterations to and change of use from a former garage to a sui generis short-term let (Hollyhock Lodge) including proposed amenity, bin storage and cycle parking imp
Status: Undecided | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-05-14 - - Warehouse Elizabeth Way Saffron Walden Essex CB10 2BL
Installation of 2x internally illuminated fascia signs , 3x non-illuminated fascia signs , 1x non-illuminated Totem sign , 1x illuminated Totem sign and 2x Banner Frames
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-04-30
View full details - - Warehouse Elizabeth Way Saffron Walden Essex CB10 2BL
Refurbishment and external alterations of existing retail unit (Class E) and site layout comprising new shopfront, new fencing, new roof mounted photovoltaic array, formation of external display area,
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - 19 South Road Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3DG
Proposed conversion of the existing loft, construction of rear dormer on rear roof slope, and insertion of single conservation style roof window within the front roof slope
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Keep House 5 Maberly Court Saffron Walden CB10 2EA
Fell 1 no. lime
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - Keep House 5 Maberly Court Saffron Walden Essex CB10 2EA
Fell 1 no. Western Red Cedar and 1 no. apple tree
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-04-19
View full details - - GCA Ltd Unit 7 Shire Hill Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3AQ
Application to discharge condition 19 (vehicular accesses) attached to UTT/23/0990/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - 53 Ashdon Road Saffron Walden Essex CB10 2AQ
Two storey rear extension and alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Land South Of Radwinter Road (former Printpack Site) Saffron Walden
Retrospective application for the erection of trellis
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 29 South Road Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3DW
Non Material Amendment to UTT/22/2898/HHF - additional rainwater pipe to principal elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - 5 Constable Place East Street Saffron Walden Essex CB10 1FH
Replace front ground floor windows with French doors using the existing window width
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - 7 Shire Hill Saffron Walden Essex
Application to discharge condition 19 (vehicular accesses) attached to UTT/23/0990/FUL.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-02-19
View full details - - 23 Hollyhock Road Saffron Walden Essex CB10 2AG
Erection of first floor rear/side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 71 Ashdon Road Saffron Walden Essex CB10 2AQ
S73 application to vary condition 2 (approved plans) of UTT/25/2369/HHF (Replacement of an existing garage with a proposed extension) - The proposed ground floor extension has been reduced in size to
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-01-27
View full details - - The Gate Inn 74 Thaxted Road Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3AG
Application to discharge condition 19 (lighting design scheme) and condition 23 (details of screening fence/wall) attached to UTT/20/3429/FUL (allowed on appeal ref. APP/C1570/W/21/3278239)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-01-27
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A brief summary of Saffron Walden in Essex
Saffron Walden is a charming market town and civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, approximately 12 miles north of Bishop's Stortford and 15 miles south of Cambridge. Known for its rural character and medieval architecture, the town is home to a population of 16,610, with the wider parish, which includes Little Walden and Audley End, having a total of 17,022 residents as of the 2021 census. This historical town offers a unique context for planning applications, reflecting both its heritage and ongoing development. The Town has a population of approximately 15,504 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Uttlesford district.
Property prices in Saffron Walden show an average sale price of £439,243, 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 Saffron Walden a particularly low-crime area.
Saffron Walden has one conservation area within its boundaries: Saffron Walden. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Saffron Walden planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.saffronwalden.gov.uk/. 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 Saffron Walden
In the last 24 months, 115 planning applications were submitted near Saffron Walden. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 33 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Saffron Walden may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 33 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Saffron Walden were full planning applications (40), tree works (21), discharge of conditions (21). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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