Hempstead, Essex Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Hempstead, Essex. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from Essex council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Internal removal of a C21st partition and reorder of Shower room to existing soil stack
Prior Notification of demolition of single storey former piggery building
Fell 2no. Beech Trees
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About Hempstead - Planning Applications & Local Development
Hempstead is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England, approximately 7 miles east of Saffron Walden and 6 miles west of Haverhill. Nestled along the B1054 road connecting Saffron Walden to Steeple Bumpstead, Hempstead has a population of 431 as of the 2021 census. This charming village offers a unique backdrop for potential planning applications within its serene rural setting. The other has a population of approximately 431 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Uttlesford district.
Property prices in Hempstead show an average sale price of £522,097, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hempstead 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 Hempstead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Hempstead has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hempstead 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 Hempstead, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.