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Planning in Warley

Approved
86%
86 of 96 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Warley in the last 24 months, from Brentwood Borough Council's planning register.

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About Warley

Warley, a suburb located to the south of Brentwood in Essex, is known for its historical significance as the former British headquarters of Ford Motor Company. This area presents potential opportunities for planning applications, particularly given its proximity to Brentwood and the implications of previous commercial activity.

Property prices in Warley show an average sale price of £30,307, based on 28 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Warley 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 Warley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Warley has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Warley 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 Warley, 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, 120 planning applications were submitted near Warley. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (31), outline applications (11), tree works (6). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Warley?
In the last 24 months, 120 planning applications were submitted near Warley. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Warley?
The average planning decision time near Warley is 69 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 Warley?
The planning approval rate near Warley is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Warley?
The most common type of planning application near Warley is full planning applications, with 31 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Warley?
You can search and track planning applications near Warley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.