Search Thorpe Bay planning applications

20 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Thorpe Bay · updated daily · Southend-on-Sea City Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 20 · received or decided in the last 90 days

233 Thorpe Hall Avenue Thorpe Bay Essex SS1 3SGAwaiting decisionSingle storey detached outbuilding in rear garden (Lawful Development Certificate - Proposed)Received 6 Nov 202626/01394/CLP
Delaware House Maplin Way Thorpe Bay Essex SS3 9PSAwaiting decisionApplication for approval of details pursuant to condition 20C (Remediation Implementation and Verification) of planning application 25/00816/FULM dated 11/12/2025Received 27 Oct 202626/01402/AD
42 Willingale Way Thorpe Bay Essex SS1 3SNAwaiting decisionErect part single/part two storey side/rear extension and single storey front infill extension, convert existing garage into habitable room, install balcony to front and alter elevationsReceived 21 Oct 202626/01380/FULH
53 The Broadway Thorpe Bay Southend-on-sea Essex SS1 3HGAwaiting decisionErect hip-to-gable roof extension with rear dormer and front rooflights to form habitable accommodation in the loftspace, erect two storey front extension, erect front porch, install Juliet balcony to rear and alter elevationsReceived 19 Oct 202626/01370/FULH
151 Maplin Way Thorpe Bay Essex SS1 3NEAwaiting decisionApplication for Approval of Details pursuant to conditions 04 (Arboricultural Method Statement) and 05 (Hard and Soft Landscaping) of planning permission 26/00997/FULH dated 25.09.26Received 15 Oct 202626/01356/AD

Planning in Thorpe Bay

Approved: 91%; 32 of 35 decided
Decision time: about 8 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Thorpe Bay in the last 24 months, from Southend-on-Sea City Council's planning register.

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Around Thorpe Bay

Postcode districts

SS1 160 applications in the last 12 monthsSS3 85 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Southend-on-Sea City Council

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About Thorpe Bay

Thorpe Bay is a seaside area within the city of Southend-on-Sea, Essex, located approximately 4 miles east of the town centre. Originally known simply as Thorpe, it was renamed Thorpe Bay following the establishment of its railway station, highlighting its appeal as a coastal destination. Predominantly residential, the neighbourhood features a grid pattern of properties mainly constructed in the 1920s, making it an interesting area for planning applications related to both residential development and community enhancements.

Property prices in Thorpe Bay show an average sale price of £323,177, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Thorpe Bay 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 Thorpe Bay a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Thorpe Bay has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Thorpe Bay 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 Thorpe Bay, 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, 73 planning applications were submitted near Thorpe Bay. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (29), discharge of conditions (11), outline applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Thorpe Bay?

In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Thorpe Bay. The approval rate is 91%.

How long do planning decisions take near Thorpe Bay?

The average planning decision time near Thorpe Bay is 59 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 Thorpe Bay?

The planning approval rate near Thorpe Bay is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Thorpe Bay?

The most common type of planning application near Thorpe Bay is full planning applications, with 29 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Thorpe Bay?

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