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Planning in Tollesbury

Approved
76%
13 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Tollesbury

Tollesbury is a coastal village and civil parish located in the Maldon District of Essex, England, positioned at the mouth of the River Blackwater. Situated 9 miles east of the historic port of Maldon and 12 miles south of Colchester, the parish had a population of 2,810 as of the 2021 census. This picturesque location offers potential for various planning applications, particularly in coastal development and conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,810 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maldon district.

Property prices in Tollesbury show an average sale price of £392,567, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Tollesbury 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 Tollesbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Tollesbury has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tollesbury 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 Tollesbury, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Tollesbury. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 days.

The most common types were outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tollesbury?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Tollesbury. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Tollesbury?
The average planning decision time near Tollesbury is 90 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 Tollesbury?
The planning approval rate near Tollesbury is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tollesbury?
The most common type of planning application near Tollesbury is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tollesbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Tollesbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.