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Planning in Adeyfield

Approved
93%
156 of 164 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Adeyfield

Postcode districts

HP2 185 applications in the last 12 monthsHP3 329 applications in the last 12 monthsHP4 452 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dacorum Borough Council

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About Adeyfield

Adeyfield, located in Hertfordshire, is notable for being the first planned neighbourhood developed during the postwar expansion of Hemel Hempstead. The initial homes on Homefield Road were occupied in February 1950, marking a significant milestone in the community's growth. Additionally, on 20 July 1952, Queen Elizabeth II visited the area to lay the foundation slab for St. Barnabas Church at the Queens Square shopping parade, highlighting the neighbourhood's development and community spirit. The settlement has a population of approximately 11,012. It sits within the Dacorum district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Adeyfield 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 (September 2026). This makes Adeyfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Adeyfield has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Adeyfield 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Adeyfield, 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, 188 planning applications were submitted near Adeyfield. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (72), discharge of conditions (30), outline applications (28).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Adeyfield?
In the last 24 months, 188 planning applications were submitted near Adeyfield. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Adeyfield?
The average planning decision time near Adeyfield is 62 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 Adeyfield?
The planning approval rate near Adeyfield is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Adeyfield?
The most common type of planning application near Adeyfield is full planning applications, with 72 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Adeyfield?
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