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Planning in Shellow Bowells

Only 3 decisions near Shellow Bowells in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Shellow Bowells in the last 24 months, from Epping Forest District Council's planning register.

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About Shellow Bowells

Shellow Bowells is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Willingale in the Epping Forest District of Essex, England. Positioned 6 miles west of Chelmsford, it lies between the villages of Willingale and Roxwell, making it a unique spot for potential planning applications in a serene rural setting. It sits within the Epping Forest district.

Property prices in Shellow Bowells show an average sale price of £565,524, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shellow Bowells 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 Shellow Bowells a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Shellow Bowells has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shellow Bowells 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 Shellow Bowells, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near Shellow Bowells.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shellow Bowells?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Shellow Bowells.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shellow Bowells?
The most common type of planning application near Shellow Bowells is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shellow Bowells?
You can search and track planning applications near Shellow Bowells on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.