How long do planning decisions take near Bulphan?

The average planning decision time near Bulphan is 41 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 Bulphan?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bulphan?

The most common type of planning application near Bulphan is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bulphan?

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Bulphan, Essex Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bulphan, Essex.

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About Bulphan

Bulphan is a picturesque village located in the borough of Thurrock, Essex, situated 5 miles east of Upminster and 4 miles west of Basildon. As of the 2021 census, the population of Bulphan stood at 759, making it a small yet vibrant community. This charming area may present various opportunities for planning applications, particularly in the context of residential development and local infrastructure improvements.

Population: 774

District: Thurrock

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Area Information

Admin district: Havering
Parliamentary constituency: Hornchurch and Upminster
LSOA: Havering 018C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bulphan.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bulphan based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Bulphan.

- Lyndhurst Brentwood Road Bulphan Essex RM14 3SL
Proposed 8m ground floor rear extension and 5350mm wide two storey side extension with alterations to window and door openings and internal room layouts; and a new vehicular access road.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2026-02-10
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- Lyndhurst Brentwood Road Bulphan Essex RM14 3SL
Rear extension with a depth of 8.00 metres from the original rear wall of the property, with a maximum height of 4.00 metres and eaves height of 4.00 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Lyndhurst Brentwood Road Bulphan Essex RM14 3SL
Single storey side extensions, roof alterations including hip-to gable roof and removal of the chimney stacks.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2025-12-02
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- Bulphan Service Station Elmdale Brentwood Road Bulphan Essex RM14 3SS
Demolition of existing dwelling and commercial buildings and construction of two new dwellings.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Thurrock | Date: 2023-12-27
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A brief summary of Bulphan in Essex

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bulphan a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Bulphan

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bulphan. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

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

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bulphan were outline applications (3), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

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