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Planning in Bicknacre

Approved
85%
11 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bicknacre in the last 24 months, from Chelmsford City Council's planning register.

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About Bicknacre

Bicknacre is a charming village located in the civil parish of Woodham Ferrers and Bicknacre, Essex, approximately 4 miles north of South Woodham Ferrers and 5.7 miles southeast of Chelmsford. Part of the Chelmsford borough and the Maldon parliamentary constituency, Bicknacre had an estimated population of 2,263 in 2018, making it an engaging area for those researching planning applications in a growing community. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,263. It sits within the Chelmsford district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Bicknacre a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bicknacre has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bicknacre 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bicknacre, 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, 27 planning applications were submitted near Bicknacre. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (3), tree works (3). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bicknacre?
In the last 24 months, 27 planning applications were submitted near Bicknacre. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bicknacre?
The average planning decision time near Bicknacre is 68 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 Bicknacre?
The planning approval rate near Bicknacre is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bicknacre?
The most common type of planning application near Bicknacre is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bicknacre?
You can search and track planning applications near Bicknacre on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.