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Planning in Aldenham

Approved
82%
31 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Aldenham

Postcode districts

WD25 275 applications in the last 12 monthsWD23 254 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Hertsmere Borough Council

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About Aldenham

Aldenham is a historic village and civil parish in the borough of Hertsmere, Hertfordshire, situated 3.5 miles northeast of Watford and 2 miles southwest of Radlett. Notable for its conservation status, Aldenham includes eight pre-19th-century listed buildings and retains much of its historical charm from Saxon times, when it was primarily owned by Westminster Abbey. This unique blend of heritage and community makes Aldenham an important area for planning applications, particularly for developments that respect its historical context. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,631 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hertsmere district.

Aldenham covers an area of approximately 8.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

The area around Aldenham has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Aldenham 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 Aldenham, 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Aldenham. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

The most common types were tree works (5), listed building and heritage (2), full planning applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aldenham?
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Aldenham. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aldenham?
The average planning decision time near Aldenham is 81 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 Aldenham?
The planning approval rate near Aldenham is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aldenham?
The most common type of planning application near Aldenham is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aldenham?
You can search and track planning applications near Aldenham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.