How long do planning decisions take near Weeley Heath?

The average planning decision time near Weeley Heath is 35 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 Weeley Heath?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Weeley Heath?

The most common type of planning application near Weeley Heath is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Weeley Heath?

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Weeley Heath, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Weeley Heath, Essex.

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About Weeley Heath

Weeley Heath is a hamlet located in the civil parish of Weeley, within the Tendring district of Essex, England. Situated at the junction of the B1441 and B1414 roads, it is in proximity to the villages of Weeley and Little Clacton. As of 2018, the hamlet had an estimated population of 719, making it a small but significant community for planning considerations in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £233,804 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Tendring
Parliamentary constituency: Clacton
LSOA: Tendring 007D

Crime Statistics

7 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 4
public-order: 2
other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Weeley Heath.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Weeley Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Weeley Heath.

- Land to The rear of The Gables and The Towers Clacton Road Weeley Heath Clacton On Sea Essex CO16 9EF
Submission of details under Outline Planning Permission (23/00807/OUT) - considering access/scale/appearance/landscaping/layout for 5 detached dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Land Site opposite 6 Victoria Road Weeley Essex CO16 9EH
Legal Agreement in relation to RAMS for application reference 24/01855/FUL. (Request for Legal Team to PREPARE Agreement).
Status: Undecided | Council: Tendring | Date: 2025-12-15
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- Heath Lodge Clacton Road Weeley Clacton On Sea Essex CO16 9EF
Discharge of condition application for 21/00428/DETAIL - Condition 10 (Lighting Design Scheme).
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Tendring | Date: 2024-11-28
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A brief summary of Weeley Heath in Essex

Property prices in Weeley Heath show an average sale price of £233,804, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 7 crimes reported in the Weeley Heath area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Weeley Heath includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Weeleyhall Wood SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Weeley Heath

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Weeley Heath. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

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

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Weeley Heath were tree works (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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