How long do planning decisions take near Willows Green?

The average planning decision time near Willows Green is 53 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 Willows Green?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Willows Green?

The most common type of planning application near Willows Green is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Willows Green?

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Willows Green, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Willows Green, Essex.

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About Willows Green

Felsted is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England. The parish encompasses several hamlets, including Willows Green and others such as Bannister Green and Cock Green. With a population of 3,165 recorded in the 2021 census, Felsted offers a blend of rural charm and community, making it a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £414,572 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Maldon
Parliamentary constituency: Maldon
LSOA: Maldon 007C

Crime Statistics

15 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 7
burglary: 4
vehicle-crime: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Willows Green.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Willows Green.

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 Willows Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Willows Green.

- Cromwell House Willows Green Main Road Felsted Essex CM3 1QB
Application to discharge condition 4 (details of windows, doors, eaves, verges and cills), condition 5 (details of necessary repairs) and condition 7 (details of new plumbing service routes and ductin
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2025-12-12
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- Cromwell House Willows Green Main Road Felsted Chelmsford Essex CM3 1QB
Application to discharge condition 4 (details of windows, doors, eaves, verges and cills), condition 5 (details of necessary repairs) and condition 7 (details of new plumbing service routes and ductin
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2025-12-12
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- Cromwell House Willows Green Main Road Felsted Essex CM3 1QB
Application to discharge condition 3 (Materials) attached to UTT/25/0448/LB
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2025-09-30
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- Tramore Willows Green Main Road Felsted Chelmsford Essex CM3 1QB
Proposed one and a half storey side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Uttlesford | Date: 2023-04-30
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A brief summary of Willows Green in Essex

Property prices in Willows Green show an average sale price of £414,572, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 15 crimes reported in the Willows Green area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Willows Green includes 3 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 Willows Green

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Willows Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

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

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Willows Green were discharge of conditions (3), tree works (2), full planning applications (1).

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