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Planning in Little Bardfield

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

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

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About Little Bardfield

Little Bardfield is a charming village and civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of northwest Essex. Nestled on the southwest side of the River Pant valley, this small, scattered village is connected by a minor road that links Thaxted to the west and Great Bardfield to the east. The parish includes the hamlets of Hawkspur Green and Oxen End, all set against a backdrop of picturesque farmland, and had a population of 256 according to the 2021 census. This tranquil rural setting may offer opportunities for planning applications focused on residential development and agricultural land use. The settlement has a population of approximately 256 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Uttlesford district.

Property prices in Little Bardfield show an average sale price of £331,995, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Little Bardfield 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 Bardfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Bardfield 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 Bardfield, 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, 3 planning applications were submitted near Little Bardfield.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Bardfield?
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Little Bardfield.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Bardfield?
The most common type of planning application near Little Bardfield is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Bardfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Bardfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.