Side extensions in Rochford
1,088 applications since 2020. 788 approved and 170 refused. Refused: about 1 in 6 here, about 1 in 7 across the councils we cover.
Last updated 9 November 2026.
Without planning permission
- Single storey, no higher than 4 m
- No wider than half the width of the original house
- Not facing a road
England, houses only. Flats, listed buildings, conservation areas and Article 4 directions change this. The full rules.
Year by year
| Year | Applications | Approved | Refused |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 98 | 70 | 8 |
| 2025 | 109 | 85 | 15 |
| 2024 | 121 | 66 | 20 |
| 2023 | 128 | 100 | 22 |
| 2022 | 189 | 137 | 33 |
| 2021 | 253 | 187 | 38 |
| 2020 | 190 | 143 | 34 |
Neighbouring councils
| Council | Approved | Refused | How often |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basildon | 1,908 | 527 | about 1 in 5 |
| Castle Point | 1,595 | 457 | about 1 in 4 |
| Maldon | 613 | 249 | about 1 in 3 |
| Southend | 0 | 0 | none |