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Planning in Hawkwell

Only 8 decisions near Hawkwell in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Hawkwell

Postcode districts

SS5 68 applications in the last 12 monthsSS4 70 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Rochford District Council

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About Hawkwell

Hawkwell is a village and civil parish located in the Rochford district of Essex, England, with a population of 12,061 as recorded in the 2021 census. The village seamlessly connects to Hockley to the west and encompasses a portion of the built-up area of Rochford to the east, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 12,061 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rochford district.

Property prices in Hawkwell show an average sale price of £444,914, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hawkwell 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 Hawkwell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hawkwell 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 Hawkwell, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Hawkwell.

The most common types were amendments (6), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hawkwell?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Hawkwell.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hawkwell?
The most common type of planning application near Hawkwell is amendment applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hawkwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Hawkwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.