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Planning in Ayres End

Approved
75%
24 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ayres End in the last 24 months, from St Albans City and District Council's planning register.

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About Ayres End

Ayres End is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ayres End area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Ayres End has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ayres End 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 Ayres End, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Ayres End. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ayres End?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Ayres End. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ayres End?
The average planning decision time near Ayres End is 82 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 Ayres End?
The planning approval rate near Ayres End is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ayres End?
The most common type of planning application near Ayres End is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ayres End?
You can search and track planning applications near Ayres End on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.