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Planning in Hadstock

Approved
100%
12 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Hadstock

Hadstock is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, near the Cambridgeshire border. Situated 6 miles north of Saffron Walden and 9 miles southeast of Cambridge, it is a small community with a population of 318 as of the 2021 census. This rural setting may offer various planning opportunities and considerations for prospective developments in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 318 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Uttlesford district.

Property prices in Hadstock show an average sale price of £496,489, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hadstock 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 Hadstock a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hadstock has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hadstock 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 Hadstock, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Hadstock. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.

The most common types were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hadstock?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Hadstock. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hadstock?
The average planning decision time near Hadstock is 32 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 Hadstock?
The planning approval rate near Hadstock is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hadstock?
The most common type of planning application near Hadstock is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hadstock?
You can search and track planning applications near Hadstock on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.