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Planning in Great Baddow

Approved
88%
61 of 68 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Great Baddow in the last 24 months, from Chelmsford City Council's planning register.

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About Great Baddow

Great Baddow is a suburban village and civil parish situated in the Chelmsford district of Essex, just 1.5 miles southeast of Chelmsford city centre. As part of the urban area defined by the Office for National Statistics, it reported a population of 14,951 in the 2021 census, making it a key location for potential planning applications and developments in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 14,951 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chelmsford district.

Property prices in Great Baddow show an average sale price of £413,508, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Baddow 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 (May 2026). This makes Great Baddow a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Baddow 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Great Baddow, 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, 86 planning applications were submitted near Great Baddow. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Baddow?
In the last 24 months, 86 planning applications were submitted near Great Baddow. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Great Baddow?
The average planning decision time near Great Baddow is 46 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 Great Baddow?
The planning approval rate near Great Baddow is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Great Baddow?
The most common type of planning application near Great Baddow is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Great Baddow?
You can search and track planning applications near Great Baddow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.