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Planning in Blasford Hill

Approved
93%
26 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Blasford Hill

Postcode districts

CM3 555 applications in the last 12 monthsCM1 549 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Chelmsford City Council

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About Blasford Hill

Blasford Hill is a settlement located in Essex, England.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Blasford Hill 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 Blasford Hill, 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, 38 planning applications were submitted near Blasford Hill. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (10), tree works (6), full planning applications (5). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Blasford Hill?
In the last 24 months, 38 planning applications were submitted near Blasford Hill. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Blasford Hill?
The average planning decision time near Blasford Hill is 61 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 Blasford Hill?
The planning approval rate near Blasford Hill is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Blasford Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Blasford Hill is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Blasford Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Blasford Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.