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Planning in Little Baddow

Approved
95%
39 of 41 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Little Baddow in the last 24 months, from Chelmsford City Council's planning register.

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About Little Baddow

Little Baddow is a charming village and civil parish located in the Chelmsford district of Essex, England, just east of Chelmsford. As of the 2021 census, the parish boasts a population of 1,600 residents, making it a small but vibrant community ideal for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,600 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Chelmsford district.

Property prices in Little Baddow show an average sale price of £413,508, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Little Baddow 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 Little Baddow a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Little Baddow has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Baddow 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 Little Baddow, 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, 47 planning applications were submitted near Little Baddow. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were tree works (18), full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Baddow?
In the last 24 months, 47 planning applications were submitted near Little Baddow. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Little Baddow?
The average planning decision time near Little Baddow is 44 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 Little Baddow?
The planning approval rate near Little Baddow is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Baddow?
The most common type of planning application near Little Baddow is tree works applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Baddow?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Baddow on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.