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Planning in Bures Green

Only 1 decision near Bures Green in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bures Green in the last 24 months, from Babergh District Council's planning register.

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About Bures Green

Bures Green is a charming village located on the Essex/Suffolk border, comprising two civil parishes: Bures Hamlet in Essex and Bures St Mary in Suffolk. As of the 2011 census, the village had a population of 1,433 residents, making it a small but vibrant community that could be of interest for planning applications in the area.

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

The area around Bures Green has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bures Green 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 Bures Green, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bures Green.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), other applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bures Green?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Bures Green.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bures Green?
The most common type of planning application near Bures Green is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bures Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Bures Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.