Bradfield Heath, Essex Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bradfield Heath, Essex.
Essex · England · settlement
About Bradfield Heath
Bradfield is a charming village and civil parish situated near Manningtree in Essex, approximately 9 miles west of Harwich along the River Stour. Positioned on the B1352 road, a historic coaching route, it features a notable linear settlement that includes the hamlet of Bradwell Heath, as identified by Tendring District Council. With a population of 1,253 recorded in the 2021 census, Bradfield offers a unique blend of rural character and community, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development considerations.
District: Bradfield
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £389,710 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Tendring
- Parliamentary constituency: Clacton
- LSOA: Tendring 003A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bradfield Heath.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bradfield Heath.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Bradfield Heath based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Bradfield Heath.
- - 8 Winney Close Bradfield Manningtree Essex CO11 2DQ
Householder Planning Application - Single storey rear/side extension and partial conversion of garage to form utility room.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-03-20
View full details - - Meadowcroft Steam Mill Road Bradfield Manningtree Essex CO11 2QY
Application under Section 73 of the Town and Country Planning Act for Variation of Conditions 2 (Approved drawings) of application 24/01307/VOC to vary approved drawing number for layout and elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Tendring | Date: 2026-01-13
View full details - - Sedbergh Straight Road Bradfield Manningtree Essex CO11 2RA
Non Material Amendment to 25/01375/FULHH - Change from pitched roof to flat roof and amending the previously approved cladding. Overall height of building to remain at 2.7m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Tendring | Date: 2025-11-26
View full details - - Twigs Cansey Lane Bradfield Manningtree Essex CO11 2XG
Householder Planning Application - Proposed single storey front extension and new velux rooflight to side elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Tendring | Date: 2024-04-19
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A brief summary of Bradfield Heath in Essex
Bradfield is a charming village and civil parish situated near Manningtree in Essex, approximately 9 miles west of Harwich along the River Stour. Positioned on the B1352 road, a historic coaching route, it features a notable linear settlement that includes the hamlet of Bradwell Heath, as identified by Tendring District Council. With a population of 1,253 recorded in the 2021 census, Bradfield offers a unique blend of rural character and community, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development considerations. It sits within the Bradfield district.
Property prices in Bradfield Heath show an average sale price of £389,710, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bradfield Heath a particularly low-crime area.
Bradfield Heath has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bradfield. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Bradfield Heath includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Suffolk Coast & Heaths. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bradfield Heath 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.
Planning Activity in Bradfield Heath
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Bradfield Heath. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bradfield Heath may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bradfield Heath were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.