How long do planning decisions take near Albury?

The average planning decision time near Albury is 44 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 Albury?

The planning approval rate near Albury is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Albury?

The most common type of planning application near Albury is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Albury?

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Albury, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Albury, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Albury are administered by East Hertfordshire District Council. View the full East Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Albury

Albury is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England. Situated 5 miles west of Bishop's Stortford and 8 miles north-east of Ware, Albury had a population of 599 according to the 2021 census. This serene locality may present unique opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its rural charm and community character.

Population: 599 (2021)

District: East Hertfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £486,495 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North East Hertfordshire
LSOA: East Hertfordshire 003E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Albury.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Albury.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Albury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Albury.

- Groom's Cottage Parsonage Farm Parsonage Lane Albury Hertfordshire SG11 2HU
Regularisation application for conversion of a former open sided animal shelter/cart lodge and open sided tractor shed to a two bedroom annexe with installation of external walls, windows and doors an
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-06-13
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A brief summary of Albury in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Albury show an average sale price of £486,495, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Albury a particularly low-crime area.

Albury has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Little Hadham, Patmore Heath. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Albury includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Patmore Heath SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Albury

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Albury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Albury may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 44 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Albury were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 22% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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