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Planning in Black Notley

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Around Black Notley

Postcode districts

CM77 8 applications in the last 12 monthsCM7 10 applications in the last 12 monthsCM8 56 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Braintree District Council

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About Black Notley

Black Notley is a picturesque village and civil parish in Essex, situated about 1.5 miles south of Braintree and 9 miles north-northeast of Chelmsford. The parish encompasses not only the village but also the surrounding rural hamlets of Row Green and Young's End. As of the 2021 census, Black Notley boasts a built-up area population of 1,952, with a total parish population of 2,589, making it a vibrant community for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,589 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Braintree district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Black Notley 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 Black Notley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Black Notley 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 Black Notley, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.