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12 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Wickham Bishops · updated daily · Maldon District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 12 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Ravello Maypole Road Wickham Bishops Witham Essex CM8 3NWAwaiting decision(TPO 02/09) T3 Oak -Crown reduction by 2.5m in height and lateral spread, crown thin by 20%, removal of deadwood.Received 30 Oct 202626/00771/WTPO
10 Heathgate Wickham Bishops Witham Essex CM8 3NZAwaiting decision(TPO 05/76) T6 Birch - Fell down to ground level (Dead)Received 20 Oct 202626/00730/DD
7 Church Close Wickham Bishops Witham Essex CM8 3LNAwaiting decision(T11 on TPO 09/78) T1 Oak - Remove deadwood and reduce crown by approximately 2m in height and spread to increase light and provide clearance over the dwelling and highway.Received 13 Oct 202626/00713/WTPO
Hartswood 15 Arbour Lane Wickham Bishops Witham Essex CM8 3NSAwaiting decisionTwo-storey rear extension. Alterations to the existing roof to create habitable room, including raising the ridge height, addition of front and rear dormers and rooflights. Alterations to fenestration including additional cladding and change of materials, replacement front porch and removal of chimney.Received 13 Oct 202626/00714/HOUSE
2 Leigh Drive Wickham Bishops Witham Essex CM8 3JSApprovedSingle storey side and rear extensions, with new porch and canopy to front, including aesthetic alterations, and swimming pool and summer house to rearReceived 1 Sep 2026Decided 20 Oct 202626/00588/HOUSE

Planning in Wickham Bishops

Approved: 82%; 49 of 60 decided
Decision time: about 10 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wickham Bishops in the last 24 months, from Maldon District Council's planning register.

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Around Wickham Bishops

Postcode districts

CM8 56 applications in the last 12 monthsCM9 353 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Maldon District Council

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About Wickham Bishops

Wickham Bishops is a village and civil parish situated in the Maldon district of Essex, approximately three miles north of Maldon and two miles southeast of Witham. As of the 2021 census, the parish has a population of 1,910 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,910 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Maldon district.

Property prices in Wickham Bishops show an average sale price of £335,184, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wickham Bishops 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 Wickham Bishops a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wickham Bishops has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wickham Bishops 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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In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Wickham Bishops. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were outline applications (10), discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (6). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wickham Bishops?

In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Wickham Bishops. The approval rate is 82%.

How long do planning decisions take near Wickham Bishops?

The average planning decision time near Wickham Bishops 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 Wickham Bishops?

The planning approval rate near Wickham Bishops is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wickham Bishops?

The most common type of planning application near Wickham Bishops is outline applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wickham Bishops?

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