How long do planning decisions take near Tiptree?

The average planning decision time near Tiptree is 54 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 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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?

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Tiptree, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tiptree, Essex.

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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.

Population: 9,628 (2021)

District: Colchester

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £334,790 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Colchester
Parliamentary constituency: Witham
LSOA: Colchester 019A

Crime Statistics

33 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 20
public-order: 4
burglary: 3
vehicle-crime: 2
drugs: 1
other-theft: 1
shoplifting: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tiptree.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Tiptree.

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 Tiptree based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Tiptree.

- 3 Millwrights, Tiptree Colchester CO5 0LQ
Single storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2026-05-07
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- 20 Heaton Way, Tiptree Colchester CO5 0DZ
Application for a lawful development certificate for a proposed garageconversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Colchester | Date: 2026-04-07
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- Shell Garage, Maypole Road, Tiptree Colchester CO5 0EH
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by ConditionS 8 & 9 of approved 250108
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Colchester | Date: 2026-01-15
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- 3 Elwin Road, Tiptree Colchester CO5 0HL
Retrospective application for 2No Outbuildings
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2025-12-19
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- Milldene County Primary School, 65 Barbrook Lane, Tiptree Colchester CO5 0EF
Essex County Council consultation CC/COL/74/25 for Proposed replacement of windows and doors with the installation of four new access ramps
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Colchester | Date: 2025-10-03
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- 17 Millwrights, Tiptree Colchester
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 5 (construction method statement) of application 242086
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Colchester | Date: 2024-12-14
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- 3 Brook Meadows, Tiptree Colchester CO5 0QF
Single storey front and rear extensions, internal alterations, single storey side annexe extension, replacement windows and existing render replaced with cladding. Re-Submission of 232708
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2024-04-17
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- 8 Holly Way, Tiptree Essex CO5 0TP
Demolish existing garage and rear single storey extensions, construct new two storey pitched roof rear extension and single storey flat roofextension
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2023-06-21
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- 2 Kingsway, Tiptree Essex CO5 0LS
Front porch extension and rear single storey extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2023-04-19
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- 63 Vine Road, Tiptree Colchester CO5 0LT
Proposed front extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Tiptree in Essex

Property prices in Tiptree show an average sale price of £334,790, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Tiptree area recorded 33 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Tiptree includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Tiptree Heath SSSI; 8 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Tiptree

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Tiptree. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 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 Tiptree.

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Tiptree were full planning applications (6), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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