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34 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Wendens Ambo · updated daily · Uttlesford District Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 34 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Unit 2 Bearwalden Business Park Royston Road Wendens Ambo Essex CB11 4JXAwaiting decisionErection of 1 no. self-build dwelling with associated parkingReceived 26 Oct 2026UTT/26/2686/FUL
Rookery Cottage Rookery Lane Wendens Ambo Essex CB11 4JSAwaiting decisionLike-for-like replacement of a timber-framed window on the west elevation and renewal of the existing single glazed glass with self-adhesive lead strip. Softwood frame and hardwood sill.Received 26 Oct 2026UTT/26/2646/LB
Land At Old Wenden Grange Rookery Lane Norton End Wendens Ambo Essex CB11 4JTAwaiting decisionOutline planning application with all matters reserved for the erection of 2 no. 1.5 storey dwellings (including 1 no. self-build) together with associated access, parking, landscaping and ancillary worksOutline PermissionReceived 20 Oct 2026UTT/26/2673/OP
The Bell Royston Road Wendens Ambo Essex CB11 4JYAwaiting decisionApplication to discharge condition 6 (lighting), condition 8 (bio enhancement) and condition 13 (landscaping) attached to UTT/26/0230/FULDischarge of ConditionsReceived 20 Oct 2026UTT/26/2672/DOC
Old Mill House Mill Lane Wendens Ambo Essex CB11 4JPAwaiting decisionProposed alterations to existing fireplace and installation of wood-burning stoveListed BuildingReceived 15 Oct 2026UTT/26/2643/LB

Planning in Wendens Ambo

Approved: 89%; 16 of 17 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wendens Ambo in the last 24 months, from Uttlesford District Council's planning register.

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Around Wendens Ambo

Postcode districts

CB11 401 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Nearby towns and villages

Planning authority: Uttlesford District Council

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About Wendens Ambo

Wendens Ambo is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of Essex. Formed in 1662 from the merger of the historic parishes of Great Wenden and Little Wenden, its name reflects this dual heritage, with "ambo" meaning "both" in Latin. As of the 2021 census, the parish has a population of 452, making it a small but vibrant community for those considering planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 452 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Uttlesford district.

Property prices in Wendens Ambo show an average sale price of £522,097, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wendens Ambo 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 Wendens Ambo a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wendens Ambo 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 Wendens Ambo, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Wendens Ambo. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), tree works (7), discharge of conditions (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wendens Ambo?

In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Wendens Ambo. The approval rate is 89%.

How long do planning decisions take near Wendens Ambo?

The average planning decision time near Wendens Ambo 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 Wendens Ambo?

The planning approval rate near Wendens Ambo is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wendens Ambo?

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

How can I track planning applications near Wendens Ambo?

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