How long do planning decisions take near Bradwell?

The average planning decision time near Bradwell is 4 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 Bradwell?

The planning approval rate near Bradwell is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bradwell?

The most common type of planning application near Bradwell is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Bradwell, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bradwell, Essex.

Essex · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bradwell are administered by Braintree District Council. View the full Braintree District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

Population: 556 (2021)

District: Braintree

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £331,995 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Braintree
Parliamentary constituency: Braintree
LSOA: Braintree 013A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bradwell.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bradwell.

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 Bradwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Bradwell.

- Rivenhall IWMF, Coggeshall Road, Essex, Bradwell, CM77 8EF
Non-Material Amendment to amend the wording of Condition 5 (Landscape planting) of planning permission ESS/89/23/BTE to allow amended planting details. ESS/89/23/BTE is the planning permission for "Re
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Essex | Date: 2024-08-30
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- Rivenhall IWMF, Coggeshall Road, Essex, Bradwell, CM77 8EF
Non-Material Amendment to amend the wording of Condition 5 (Landscape planting) of planning permission ESS/89/23/BTE to allow amended planting details. ESS/89/23/BTE is the planning permission for "Re
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Essex | Date: 2024-08-30
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- Rivenhall IWMF, Coggeshall Road, Essex, Bradwell, CM77 8EF
Details pursuant to condition 8 (Biodiversity Compensation and Enhancement Strategy) of ESS/89/23/BTE. ESS/89/23/BTE was for "Replacement of the existing two bridges over the River Blackwater on the p
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Essex | Date: 2024-05-29
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- Indaver Rivenhall IWMF, Coggeshall Road, Essex, Bradwell, CM77 8EF
Details pursuant to condition 5 (Landscape planting) of ESS/89/23/BTE. ESS/89/23/BTE was for “Replacement of the existing two bridges over the River Blackwater on the private access road to Rivenhall
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Essex | Date: 2024-04-24
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- Land South Of Junction Of Coggeshall Road And Doghouse Road Bradwell Essex
Consultation on Essex County Council application no - ESS/89/23/BTE - Replacement of the existing two bridges over the River Blackwater on the private access road to Rivenhall IWMF and Bradwell Quarry
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Braintree | Date: 2023-11-02
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A brief summary of Bradwell in Essex

Bradwell is a settlement located in Essex, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 556 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Braintree district.

Property prices in Bradwell show an average sale price of £331,995, 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 Bradwell a particularly low-crime area.

Bradwell has one conservation area within its boundaries: Stisted. 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.

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Planning Activity in Bradwell

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Bradwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 4 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bradwell may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 4 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bradwell were discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1).

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