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Planning in Upshire

Approved
68%
36 of 49 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Epping Forest District CouncilCouncil page

Around Upshire

Postcode districts

EN9 282 applications in the last 12 monthsCM16 322 applications in the last 12 monthsIG10 352 applications in the last 12 monthsIG9 122 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Epping Forest District Council

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About Upshire

Upshire is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Waltham Abbey in Essex's Epping Forest District. The village centre, situated on Horseshoe Hill, features notable landmarks such as The Horseshoe public house and the Grade II* listed St Thomas Church, an impressive example of Arts and Crafts architecture built in 1902. The surrounding areas, including developments along Upshire Road and Pick Hill, primarily built in the latter half of the 20th century, further define the village's character and may be relevant for those researching local planning applications. It sits within the Waltham Abbey district.

Property prices in Upshire show an average sale price of £399,180, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Upshire 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 Upshire a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upshire has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upshire 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 Upshire, 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, 65 planning applications were submitted near Upshire. Of these, 68% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (21), full planning applications (12), tree works (10). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upshire?
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Upshire. The approval rate is 68%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upshire?
The average planning decision time near Upshire is 51 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 Upshire?
The planning approval rate near Upshire is 68%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upshire?
The most common type of planning application near Upshire is discharge of conditions, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upshire?
You can search and track planning applications near Upshire on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.