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Planning in Berden

Only 5 decisions near Berden in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Berden in the last 24 months, from Uttlesford District Council's planning register.

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About Berden

Berden is a village and civil parish located in Essex, England, approximately 6 miles north of Bishop's Stortford and 21 miles north-west of Chelmsford. Part of the Uttlesford district, Berden has its own parish council and falls within the Saffron Walden parliamentary constituency, making it a relevant area for local planning applications and community development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 473 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Uttlesford district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Berden 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 (September 2026). This makes Berden a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Berden has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Berden 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.berden.org.uk.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Berden, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Berden.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Berden?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Berden.
What types of planning applications are most common near Berden?
The most common type of planning application near Berden is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Berden?
You can search and track planning applications near Berden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.