How long do planning decisions take near Westwood Park?

The average planning decision time near Westwood Park is 68 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 Westwood Park?

The planning approval rate near Westwood Park is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Westwood Park?

The most common type of planning application near Westwood Park is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Westwood Park?

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Westwood Park, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Westwood Park, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Westwood Park are administered by Braintree District Council. View the full Braintree District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Westwood Park

Westwood Park is a picturesque residential neighborhood situated in Essex, characterized by its charming Craftsman and Mediterranean-style bungalows. The area features a unique layout of concentric oval-shaped streets, intersected by Miramar Avenue, which boasts a landscaped median with diverse tree plantings. Bordered by Monterey Boulevard, Ocean Avenue, Faxon Avenue, and Frida Kahlo Way, Westwood Park's distinctive street names often include the suffix "wood," such as Eastwood and Northwood, making it a notable area for planning applications and community development.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £317,574 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Braintree
Parliamentary constituency: Witham
LSOA: Braintree 012B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Westwood Park.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Westwood Park based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Westwood Park.

- 1 London Cottages, School Lane, Great Horkesley Colchester CO6 4BP
Single storey side and rear extension for private use
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2026-03-13
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- Westwood Home Farm, London Road, Great Horkesley Colchester CO6 4BS
Application to determine if prior approval is required for a proposed change of use from Agricultural buildings formerly used for livestock and agricultural equipment storage to a mixed commercial use
Status: Rejected | Type: Other | Council: Colchester | Date: 2026-03-12
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- Knowles Cottage, London Road, Great Horkesley Colchester CO6 4BU
Application for listed building consent for alterations to internal layout of a modern section to existing house, removal of former annexeentrance and minor fenestration changes
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Colchester | Date: 2025-12-17
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- Knowles Cottage, London Road, Great Horkesley Essex CO6 4BU
Application to remove condition 7 of planning permission 251151
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Colchester | Date: 2025-09-29
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- Knowles Cottage, London Road, Great Horkesley Essex CO6 4BU
Alterations to internal layout of modern section to existing house, removal of former annexe entrance and minor fenestration changes
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Colchester | Date: 2025-06-02
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A brief summary of Westwood Park in Essex

Property prices in Westwood Park show an average sale price of £317,574, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Westwood Park a particularly low-crime area.

Westwood Park has one conservation area within its boundaries: Little Horkesley. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Westwood Park includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Dedham Vale. 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 Westwood Park

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Westwood Park. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Westwood Park.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Westwood Park slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Westwood Park were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2), other applications (2). Full planning applications account for 33% 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, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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