How long do planning decisions take near Amwell?

The average planning decision time near Amwell is 89 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 Amwell?

The planning approval rate near Amwell is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Amwell?

The most common type of planning application near Amwell is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Amwell?

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Amwell, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Amwell, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

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Population: 2,223 (2021)

District: East Hertfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £565,390 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: St Albans
Parliamentary constituency: St Albans
LSOA: St Albans 008A

Crime Statistics

33 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

anti-social-behaviour: 10
violent-crime: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 5
vehicle-crime: 5
drugs: 2
other-theft: 2
public-order: 1
robbery: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Amwell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Amwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Amwell.

- Little Meadow Down Green Lane Wheathampstead Hertfordshire Al4 8Eb
T1 American Elm (susceptible to stem failure) - Crown reduction by 2-3m approx to prevent further stems dropping G2 2 Elms (dead) - Fell G3 2 Cherry (dead) - Fell
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: St Albans | Date: 2026-03-23
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- Laurel Cottage Amwell Lane Wheathampstead Hertfordshire Al4 8Ea
Discharge of Conditions 6 (details of doors and windows) and 7 ( samples of materials) of planning permission 5/2025/0837 dated 16/07/2025 for Demolition of existing two storey projection to rear and
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: St Albans | Date: 2026-01-27
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- Little Meadow Down Green Lane Wheathampstead Hertfordshire Al4 8Eb
Single storey rear extension and first floor side extension, replacement of all windows, demolition of existing garage and replaced with new annex with additional residential amenity and partial lands
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: St Albans | Date: 2026-01-13
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- Laurel Cottage Amwell Lane Wheathampstead Hertfordshire Al4 8Ea
Demolition of existing two storey projection to rear and single storey side extension, to be replaced with new two storey extension to rear, and new single storey side extension. Internal reconfigurat
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: St Albans | Date: 2025-04-28
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- Little Meadow Down Green Lane Wheathampstead Hertfordshire Al4 8Eb
First floor side extension, single storey and two storey rear extensions and alterations to openings
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: St Albans | Date: 2024-11-25
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A brief summary of Amwell in Hertfordshire

Amwell is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,223 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Amwell show an average sale price of £565,390, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Amwell area recorded 33 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Amwell has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Amwell, Gustard Wood, Wheathampstead. 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 Amwell includes 4 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 Amwell

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Amwell. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Amwell.

The average decision period of 89 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Amwell were full planning applications (17), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 74% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 20 smaller schemes were submitted.

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