Together We Can Protect Our Green Spaces

Save Southend Green Belt

Help us stop the proposed 5,000 homes on green belt land by Bournes Green Chase and protect Southend's natural environment for future generations.

How to Object
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Protect WildlifePreserve vital habitats and biodiversity
Reduce TrafficAvoid more congestion on our local roads
Support Our CommunityProtect schools, healthcare and essential services
Keep Our Green SpacesMaintain the character and quality of life
A Sustainable FutureA healthier, cleaner and more sustainable Southend
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What We Do

We take a practical, informed and collaborative approach to protecting Southend’s green belt. Our aim is to ensure local voices are heard and that decisions reflect the needs of our community.

  • Raise awareness about the threats to our green belt.
  • Monitor planning applications and planning policy proposals.
  • Research and share factual information, maps and evidence.
  • Encourage and support informed objections from local residents.
  • Engage with local authorities, councillors and other stakeholders.
  • Seek specialist advice where needed, including planning, environmental & legal expertise.
  • Bring the community together through events, meetings and online discussion.
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A Community-Led, Independent Campaign

Save Southend Green Belt is a non-profit, community-led organisation, run by local volunteers who care about the future of our area. We are politically independent and not affiliated with any political party.

We believe in transparency, responsible use of funds and working constructively with all stakeholders to protect Southend’s green spaces for future generations.

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Latest News & Updates

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Can Southend Cope?

Southend faces infrastructure pressure from plans for 2,000 new homes at Bournes Green. Congestion, overcrowded schools,…

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MAKE YOUR VOICE HEARD

Have Your Say on
Southend’s Future

Worried about traffic, local services, wildlife or losing our green spaces? Our easy-to-use tool helps you turn your own concerns into a clear, personal objection letter.

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    Choose your concerns
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    Tell us what matters to you
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    Review and download your letter
Create Your Objection Letter
Example of the personalised objection letter builder and finished letter