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Planning in Billericay

Approved
92%
264 of 281 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Billericay in the last 24 months, from Basildon Borough Council's planning register.

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About Billericay

Billericay is a historic market town and civil parish located in the Borough of Basildon, Essex, approximately 23 miles east of London. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 28,562, while the wider built-up area housed 34,075 residents, making it a significant community for potential planning applications in the region. The town has a population of approximately 28,562 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Basildon district.

Property prices in Billericay show an average sale price of £546,650, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Billericay 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 Billericay a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Billericay 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.billericaytowncouncil.gov.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Billericay, 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, 332 planning applications were submitted near Billericay. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (117), tree works (42), discharge of conditions (41). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

13 planning appeals were lodged, of which 4 were allowed and 9 were dismissed (31% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Billericay?
In the last 24 months, 332 planning applications were submitted near Billericay. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Billericay?
The average planning decision time near Billericay is 72 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 Billericay?
The planning approval rate near Billericay is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Billericay?
The most common type of planning application near Billericay is full planning applications, with 117 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Billericay?
You can search and track planning applications near Billericay on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.