How long do planning decisions take near Wormingford?

The average planning decision time near Wormingford is 89 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 Wormingford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wormingford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Wormingford?

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Wormingford, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wormingford, Essex.

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About Wormingford

Wormingford is a quaint village and civil parish located within the City of Colchester district in Essex, England. As of the 2021 census, it has a population of 450 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community. This rural setting may present unique planning opportunities and considerations for prospective developers and planners.

Population: 450 (2021)

District: Colchester

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £334,790 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Colchester
Parliamentary constituency: Witham
LSOA: Colchester 010D

Crime Statistics

2 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wormingford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wormingford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Wormingford.

- Long Acres, Main Road, Wormingford Colchester CO6 3AN
Construction of barn, gravel access and parking area
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2026-03-24
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- The Grove, Wormingford Grove, Wormingford Colchester CO6 3AX
Agricultural storage barn.
Status: Rejected | Type: Other | Council: Colchester | Date: 2025-10-22
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- Magdalen Cottage, Main Road, Wormingford Colchester CO6 3AT
Demolish existing garage outbuilding and replace with new annexe outbuilding.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Colchester | Date: 2025-05-18
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A brief summary of Wormingford in Essex

Property prices in Wormingford show an average sale price of £334,790, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Wormingford is generally good, with just 2 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Wormingford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wormingford. 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 Wormingford includes 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 Wormingford

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Wormingford. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 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 Wormingford.

The average decision period of 89 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Wormingford were full planning applications (3), other applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 30% 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, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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