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Great Maplestead, Essex Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Great Maplestead, Essex. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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About Great Maplestead - Planning Applications & Local Development

Great Maplestead is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Braintree district of Essex, England. As of the 2021 census, it has a population of 385 residents, making it a small but potentially vibrant community for planning applications and local development initiatives. The other has a population of approximately 385 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Braintree district.

Property prices in Great Maplestead show an average sale price of £314,320, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Maplestead 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 Maplestead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Great Maplestead has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Maplestead 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 Great Maplestead, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.