How long do planning decisions take near Ansells End?

The average planning decision time near Ansells End is 31 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 Ansells End?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Ansells End?

The most common type of planning application near Ansells End is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ansells End?

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Ansells End, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ansells End, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

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About Ansells End

Ansells End is a quaint hamlet in Hertfordshire, England, comprising four historic homes. As of the 2011 Census, its population was incorporated into the civil parish of Kimpton, making it a charming and small community for those exploring planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £493,290 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Hitchin
LSOA: North Hertfordshire 012D

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

burglary: 1
other-theft: 1
public-order: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ansells End.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Ansells End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Ansells End.

- Oak Lodge Bayeux Oaks Road Kimpton Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 8EL
Erection of a detached timber frame garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-03-28
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- Greenveldt Kennels Luton Road Kimpton Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 8HB
Condition 4 - Electric Vehicle (as discharge of condition relating to planning permission 22/00982/FP granted 18.11.2022)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-01-05
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- Greenveldt Bungalow Luton Road Kimpton Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 8HB
Details reserved by condition 2- Preliminary environmental risk assessment (relating to planning permission 22/01716/FP granted 10.11.2022)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-01-05
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- Greenveldt Bungalow Luton Road Kimpton Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 8HB
Details reserved by condition 3- Prior to occupation, each dwelling shall incorporate one Electric Vehicle (EV) ready domestic charging point and it shall thereafter be retained. (relating to planning
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Ansells End in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Ansells End show an average sale price of £493,290, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Ansells End is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ansells End has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Kimpton Bottom. 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 Ansells End includes 2 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 Ansells End

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Ansells End. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 days.

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

The average decision time of 31 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ansells End were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (1).

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