How long do planning decisions take near Vange?

The average planning decision time near Vange is 61 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 Vange?

The planning approval rate near Vange is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Vange?

The most common type of planning application near Vange is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Vange, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Vange, Essex.

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About Vange

Vange is a southern suburb of Basildon in Essex, originally a separate village and parish that experienced significant development in the first half of the 20th century. Designated as part of the new town of Basildon in 1949, Vange has since become an integral part of the Basildon urban area, contributing to its growth and development. As of the 2021 census, the Vange ward had a population of 10,401, making it a key area for planning applications within the borough.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £361,800 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Basildon
Parliamentary constituency: South Basildon and East Thurrock
LSOA: Basildon 020F

Crime Statistics

201 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 103
anti-social-behaviour: 19
criminal-damage-arson: 19
other-theft: 14
vehicle-crime: 10
burglary: 9
drugs: 6
shoplifting: 6
other-crime: 6
public-order: 5
bicycle-theft: 2
possession-of-weapons: 1
robbery: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Vange.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Vange based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Vange.

- 74 Oldwyk Basildon Essex SS16 4NX
To establish the lawfulness of the proposed conversion of a residential property to a HMO (House of Multiple Occupancy) for up to 6 occupants.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Basildon | Date: 2025-12-20
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- 18 Cotelands Vange Basildon Essex SS16 4ST
Single storey front extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Basildon | Date: 2025-11-11
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- South Essex Islamic Trust High Road Vange Basildon Essex SS16 4ND
Proposed first floor side extension to form multi-functional youth centre within existing community centre.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Basildon | Date: 2025-10-10
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- Bus Shelter Opp 36 High Road Vange Basildon Essex
Consent to display illuminated advertisements on a digital real-time passenger information screen located within the bus shelter (In shelter - high on end panel)
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Basildon | Date: 2025-03-29
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- New House Gouldings Farm Wharf Lane Vange Essex SS16 4SP
To establish that the occupation of New house, Gouldings Farm without complying with condition 1 of planning permission BAS/1309/83A (agricultural occupancy) is now lawful as it occurred more than 10
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Basildon | Date: 2024-08-09
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- 25 Elmtree Road Vange Basildon Essex SS16 4TN
Hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer and fenestration
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Basildon | Date: 2023-10-06
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- 3 The Hedgerow Vange Basildon Essex SS16 4HN
Two storey side and single storey rear extensions, along with the removal of the chimney.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Basildon | Date: 2023-10-04
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- 23 Paynters Mead Basildon Essex SS16 4EB
Part single/part two storey rear extension, side bay window and entrance porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Basildon | Date: 2023-08-23
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- 1 Oldwyk Basildon Essex SS16 4NU
Change of use from dwelling house (Class C3) to residential children's care home (Class C2).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Basildon | Date: 2023-08-23
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- 130 Redgrave Road Basildon Essex SS16 4HL
To establish the lawfulness of a proposed single storey outbuilding.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Basildon | Date: 2023-03-25
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A brief summary of Vange in Essex

Property prices in Vange show an average sale price of £361,800, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Vange area recorded 201 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 Vange includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Pitsea Marsh SSSI, Vange & Fobbing Marshes SSSI. 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 Vange

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Vange. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Vange may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Vange slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Vange were full planning applications (8), outline applications (6), tree works (5). Full planning applications account for 35% 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, 20 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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