How long do planning decisions take near Steward's Green?

The average planning decision time near Steward's Green is 76 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 Steward's Green?

The planning approval rate near Steward's Green is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Steward's Green?

The most common type of planning application near Steward's Green is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Steward's Green?

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Steward's Green, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Steward's Green, Essex.

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About Steward's Green

Steward's Green is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Epping, nestled in the Epping Forest district of Essex, England. This small community offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, surrounded by the picturesque landscapes of the forest.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £625,328 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Epping Forest
Parliamentary constituency: Epping Forest
LSOA: Epping Forest 006A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Steward's Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Steward's Green.

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 Steward's Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Steward's Green.

- 66A, Bower Hill, Epping, CM16 7AW
Variation of Conditions 2 Plan numbers, 3 Materials, 4 Drainage, 5 Trees, 6 Hard and Soft Landscaping, 7 Driveway and 13 Parking Spaces of EPF/1060/21 (New detached house).
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2026-04-08
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- Bakers Cottage, Fluxs Lane, Epping, CM16 7PE
Amendments to Earlier Consent for a Grade II Listed building for proposed demolition of existing conservatory, internal alterations to existing building and erection of new classroom building and link
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2024-04-19
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- Bakers Cottage, Fluxs Lane, Epping, CM16 7PE
Grade II listed building application for amendments to Earlier Consent for a Grade II Listed building for proposed demolition of existing conservatory, internal alterations to existing building and er
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2024-04-19
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- 2, Crossing Road, Epping, CM16 7BG
Alteration and Extension to existing dwelling to create a pair of semi-detached dwellings.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2023-07-14
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- 39, Allnutts Road, Epping, CM16 7BE
Certificate of lawful development for a proposed rear dormer window in connection with a loft conversion.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Epping Forest | Date: 2023-06-21
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A brief summary of Steward's Green in Essex

Property prices in Steward's Green show an average sale price of £625,328, 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 Steward's Green a particularly low-crime area.

Steward's Green has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bell Common, Epping, Coopersale Street, Epping. 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.

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Planning Activity in Steward's Green

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Steward's Green. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 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 Steward's Green.

The average decision period of 76 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 Steward's Green were full planning applications (7), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 64% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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