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Planning in Takeley

Approved
83%
34 of 40 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Takeley

Takeley is a village and civil parish situated in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England, approximately 4 miles east of Bishop's Stortford, Hertfordshire. Notably, the parish encompasses a portion of London Stansted Airport, making it a significant area for planning applications related to transport and infrastructure development. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,331 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Uttlesford district.

Property prices in Takeley show an average sale price of £474,636, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Takeley 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 Takeley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Takeley has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Takeley 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 Takeley, 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, 85 planning applications were submitted near Takeley. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (14), outline applications (13). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Takeley?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Takeley. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Takeley?
The average planning decision time near Takeley is 77 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 Takeley?
The planning approval rate near Takeley is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Takeley?
The most common type of planning application near Takeley is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Takeley?
You can search and track planning applications near Takeley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.