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Planning in Upper Dovercourt

Approved
89%
16 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Upper Dovercourt

Upper Dovercourt is a settlement located in Essex, England.

Property prices in Upper Dovercourt show an average sale price of £231,870, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upper Dovercourt 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 Upper Dovercourt a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper Dovercourt has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Dovercourt 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 Upper Dovercourt, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Upper Dovercourt. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (4), telecoms (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Dovercourt?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Upper Dovercourt. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Dovercourt?
The average planning decision time near Upper Dovercourt is 32 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 Upper Dovercourt?
The planning approval rate near Upper Dovercourt is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Dovercourt?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Dovercourt is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Dovercourt?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Dovercourt on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.