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Planning in Tiptree

Approved
83%
15 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Tiptree

Tiptree is a prominent village and civil parish located in the City of Colchester district of Essex, approximately 10 miles southwest of Colchester and 50 miles northeast of London. With a population of 9,628 as of the 2021 census, Tiptree is surrounded by several villages, including Messing and Tolleshunt Major, making it a vital hub for local development. This area presents various planning opportunities due to its growing community and strategic location. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,628 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Colchester district.

Property prices in Tiptree show an average sale price of £317,574, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Tiptree 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 Tiptree a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Tiptree has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tiptree 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 Tiptree, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Tiptree. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tiptree?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Tiptree. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Tiptree?
The average planning decision time near Tiptree is 48 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 Tiptree?
The planning approval rate near Tiptree is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tiptree?
The most common type of planning application near Tiptree is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tiptree?
You can search and track planning applications near Tiptree on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.