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Planning in Highfields

Only 1 decision near Highfields in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Highfields

Highfields is a settlement located in Essex, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Highfields 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 Highfields a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Highfields has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Highfields 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 Highfields, 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, 1 planning application was submitted near Highfields.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Highfields?
In the last 24 months, 1 planning application was submitted near Highfields.
How can I track planning applications near Highfields?
You can search and track planning applications near Highfields on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.