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Planning in Brays Grove

Approved
85%
35 of 41 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Brays Grove in the last 24 months, from Harlow District Council's planning register.

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About Brays Grove

Brays Grove, located in Harlow, Essex, was home to Brays Grove Community School, a mixed secondary school. The school's presence in the town provides insight into the local education landscape, which may be relevant for those researching planning applications and community developments in the area.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brays Grove 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 Brays Grove, 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, 93 planning applications were submitted near Brays Grove. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (32), discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (6).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brays Grove?
In the last 24 months, 93 planning applications were submitted near Brays Grove. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brays Grove?
The average planning decision time near Brays Grove is 54 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 Brays Grove?
The planning approval rate near Brays Grove is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brays Grove?
The most common type of planning application near Brays Grove is full planning applications, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brays Grove?
You can search and track planning applications near Brays Grove on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.