Burstead planning approval rate
Burstead ward in Basildon has a 85.5% approval rate based on 227 planning decisions. Basildon overall: 89.8%.
Last updated: September 2026
85.5%
ward approval rate
227
Decisions
194
Approved
33
Refused
89.8%
Basildon average
Burstead is 4.3 percentage points below the Basildon average, suggesting slightly tighter scrutiny in this ward. Preparation matters more here.
How Burstead compares
Burstead ward
85.5%
Basildon overall
89.8%
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Recent decisions in Burstead
Sub-divide the plot and construction of a 3 bedroomed self-build chalet bungalow · Tue 01 Sep 2026
Demolish bungalow and construct replacement 5-bedroom two-storey dwelling (with · Fri 28 Aug 2026
To establish the lawfulness of proposed garage conversion into a habitable room · Fri 28 Aug 2026
To establish the lawfulness of proposed loft conversion by adding rear dormer an · Tue 18 Aug 2026
To establish the lawfulness of proposed new rear dormer and front velux, new sta · Mon 17 Aug 2026
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