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Planning in Shrub End

Approved
72%
21 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Shrub End

Postcode districts

CO3 166 applications in the last 12 monthsCO2 46 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Colchester City Council

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About Shrub End

Shrub End is a settlement located in Essex, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shrub End 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 Shrub End 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, Shrub End 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Shrub End, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Shrub End. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shrub End?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Shrub End. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shrub End?
The average planning decision time near Shrub End is 45 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 Shrub End?
The planning approval rate near Shrub End is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shrub End?
The most common type of planning application near Shrub End is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shrub End?
You can search and track planning applications near Shrub End on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.