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Planning in Aldbury

Approved
95%
20 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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Around Aldbury

Postcode districts

HP23 286 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 Aldbury

Aldbury is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Hertfordshire, England, nestled in the Bulbourne valley of the Chiltern Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. It is situated close to the borders of Buckinghamshire and Bedfordshire, with Tring and Berkhamsted being the nearest towns. Notable landmarks include the Bridgewater Monument and the Ashridge Estate, both managed by the National Trust, offering potential for planning applications related to conservation and rural development. The settlement has a population of approximately 924 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dacorum district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Aldbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Aldbury has 18 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Aldbury 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 Aldbury, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Aldbury. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aldbury?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Aldbury. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aldbury?
The average planning decision time near Aldbury is 38 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 Aldbury?
The planning approval rate near Aldbury is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aldbury?
The most common type of planning application near Aldbury is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aldbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Aldbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.