Widdington, Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Widdington, Essex.
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About Widdington
Widdington is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England, approximately 4 miles south of Saffron Walden. The parish is home to a historic church dedicated to St Mary the Virgin and, as of the 2021 census, has a population of 502 residents. This small community may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.
Population: 502 (2021)
District: Uttlesford
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Area Information
- Admin district: Uttlesford
- Parliamentary constituency: North West Essex
- LSOA: Uttlesford 004D
Crime Statistics
2 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- burglary: 1
- criminal-damage-arson: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Widdington.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Widdington.
- 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 Widdington based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Widdington.
- - Ketteridges Wood End Widdington Essex CB11 3SN
Construction of a single-storey, detached garden room to be used as a home office/studio/gym (incidental use) in the rear garden
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - Vine Cottage High Street Widdington Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3SG
Trim and reshape 1 no. Yew
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Bridgetts Hollow Road Widdington Saffron Walden Essex CB11 3SL
Erection of double garage to serve existing dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2025-07-16
View full details - - Widdington Pit, Hollow Road, Widdington, Essex, CB11 3SL
Details pursuant to Condition 19 – Aftercare scheme (phase 2) for planning application ref: ESS/49/22/UTT (Excavation of minerals; use of land for skip hire, waste recycling, waste transfer and compos
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Essex | Date: 2024-07-12
View full details - - Pond Mead Cottage High Street Widdington Essex CB11 3SB
Single storey rear/side extension to kitchen. Proposed external door in south east facing elevation. Pitched roof window "Velux" type over existing living room. Internal alterations including a replac
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2024-04-24
View full details - - Widdington Pit, Hollow Road, Widdington, Essex, CB11 3SL
Highway condition survey (commencement) pursuant to Schedule 3 of legal agreement associated with planning application ESS/49/22/UTT (Excavation of minerals; use of land for skip hire, waste recycling
Status: Permitted | Council: Essex | Date: 2023-09-15
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A brief summary of Widdington in Essex
Widdington is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England, approximately 4 miles south of Saffron Walden. The parish is home to a historic church dedicated to St Mary the Virgin and, as of the 2021 census, has a population of 502 residents. This small community may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 502 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Uttlesford district.
Neighbourhood safety in Widdington is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Widdington has one conservation area within its boundaries: Widdington. 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 Widdington includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Widdington 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.
Planning Activity in Widdington
In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Widdington. 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 Widdington 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 Widdington were full planning applications (2), tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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