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Planning in Hullbridge

Approved
83%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Hullbridge

Hullbridge is a village and civil parish located in the Rochford district of Essex, England, positioned 2 miles northwest of Hockley. Bordered to the north by the River Crouch, Hullbridge had a population of 6,593 as of the 2021 census, with 5,710 residing in the built-up area. This growing community may present various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its expanding residential and commercial landscape. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,593 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Rochford district.

Property prices in Hullbridge 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 Hullbridge 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 Hullbridge a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hullbridge has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hullbridge 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 Hullbridge, 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, 19 planning applications were submitted near Hullbridge. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hullbridge?
In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Hullbridge. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hullbridge?
The average planning decision time near Hullbridge is 51 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 Hullbridge?
The planning approval rate near Hullbridge is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hullbridge?
The most common type of planning application near Hullbridge is amendment applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hullbridge?
You can search and track planning applications near Hullbridge on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.