Skip to content

Planning in St Osyth

Approved
87%
46 of 51 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of St Osyth in the last 24 months, from Tendring District Council's planning register.

Decided by Tendring District CouncilCouncil page

Around St Osyth

For home projects and trades

About St Osyth

St Osyth is a village and civil parish located in the Tendring District of north-east Essex, approximately five miles west of Clacton-on-Sea and 12 miles southeast of Colchester, along the B1027 road. Known for its historical significance, the village is named after Saint Osgyth, a seventh-century princess, and boasts a unique local pronunciation of "Toosey." With a population of 5,157 recorded in the 2021 census, St Osyth is also noted for being the driest place in the UK, making it an interesting area for those exploring planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,157 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tendring district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the St Osyth 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 St Osyth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around St Osyth has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, St Osyth 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 St Osyth, 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, 78 planning applications were submitted near St Osyth. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (18), full planning applications (16), tree works (14).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Osyth?
In the last 24 months, 78 planning applications were submitted near St Osyth. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Osyth?
The average planning decision time near St Osyth is 44 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 St Osyth?
The planning approval rate near St Osyth is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Osyth?
The most common type of planning application near St Osyth is discharge of conditions, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Osyth?
You can search and track planning applications near St Osyth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.