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Planning in Wickford

Approved
90%
79 of 87 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wickford in the last 24 months, from Basildon Borough Council's planning register.

Decided by Basildon Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Wickford

Postcode districts

SS11 116 applications in the last 12 monthsSS12 96 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Basildon Borough Council

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About Wickford

Wickford is a town and civil parish situated in the Basildon borough of Essex, approximately 30 miles east of London and 4 miles northeast of Basildon’s centre. As of the 2021 census, Wickford had a population of 27,601, with the built-up area recorded at 27,535 residents, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Wickford show an average sale price of £383,180, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wickford 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 Wickford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wickford 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 Wickford, 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, 119 planning applications were submitted near Wickford. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), outline applications (13), discharge of conditions (12).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wickford?
In the last 24 months, 119 planning applications were submitted near Wickford. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wickford?
The average planning decision time near Wickford is 70 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 Wickford?
The planning approval rate near Wickford is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wickford?
The most common type of planning application near Wickford is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wickford?
You can search and track planning applications near Wickford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.