Search Workhouse Hill planning applications
11 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Workhouse Hill · updated daily · Colchester City Council
Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 6 Brook Cottages, Wet Lane, Boxted Colchester CO4 5TWAwaiting decisionErection of a part first-floor rear extension, with alterations to theexisting first-floor layout and changes to rear fenestration.Full (8 Week Determination)Received 24 Sep 2026261743
- Rose Cottage, Workhouse Hill, Boxted Colchester CO4 5TTApprovedApplication for a Lawful Development Certificate for existing use of land as garden.Certificate of Lawful Use - ExistingReceived 2 Sep 2026Decided 28 Oct 2026261589
- Harrow Wood, Queens Head Road, Boxted Colchester CO4 5RHAwaiting decisionConversion of existing workshop building to a single dwelling, together with associated parking, private amenity space and ancillary worksFull (8 Week Determination)Received 2 Sep 2026261621
- West View, 61 Straight Road, Boxted Colchester CO4 5QYApprovedNew outbuilding for agricultural use abutting the East end of two existing buildings.Received 25 Aug 2026Decided 5 Nov 2026261566
- Land north of, Straight Road, Boxted ColchesterAwaiting decisionOutline planning application for up to 150 residential dwellings, surface water drainage basin, new vehicular and pedestrian access, public open space, landscaping enhancements and associated infrastructure works; all matters reserved except for accessOutline (13 Week Determination)Received 27 Jul 2026261376
Planning in Workhouse Hill
Only 7 decisions near Workhouse Hill in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Workhouse Hill in the last 24 months, from Colchester City Council's planning register.
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Around Workhouse Hill
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CO4 109 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Colchester City Council
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About Workhouse Hill
Workhouse Hill is a hamlet located within the Colchester district of Essex, England. This quaint settlement offers a glimpse into rural life and may present unique opportunities for planning applications, particularly in residential or community development projects. Its positioning within Colchester makes it a noteworthy area for those interested in local planning regulations and potential growth.
Property prices in Workhouse Hill show an average sale price of £317,574, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Workhouse Hill 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 Workhouse Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Workhouse Hill has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Workhouse Hill 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 Workhouse Hill, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Workhouse Hill.
The most common types were outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.