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Planning in Cressing

Only 5 decisions near Cressing in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Cressing

Postcode districts

CM77 8 applications in the last 12 monthsCM7 10 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Braintree District Council

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About Cressing

Cressing is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Braintree district of Essex, England, featuring the village of Tye Green and the hamlet of Hawbush Green. As of the 2021 census, Cressing has a population of 1,988 residents, making it a small but vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications and local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,988 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Braintree district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cressing 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 Cressing, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Cressing.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cressing?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Cressing.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cressing?
The most common type of planning application near Cressing is discharge of conditions, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cressing?
You can search and track planning applications near Cressing on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.