How long do planning decisions take near Barwick?

The average planning decision time near Barwick is 56 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 Barwick?

The planning approval rate near Barwick is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Barwick?

The most common type of planning application near Barwick is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Barwick?

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Barwick, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Barwick, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Barwick are administered by East Hertfordshire District Council. View the full East Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Barwick

Barwick, comprising Great Barwick and Little Barwick, is a collection of hamlets located within the civil parish of Standon in Hertfordshire, England. Situated close to the A10 road and the village of Much Hadham, these hamlets are enhanced by the scenic River Rib, which flows behind Barwick and through Great Barwick, where a ford crossing is also located. This area presents opportunities for planning applications, particularly in relation to development near the river and road access.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £486,495 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North East Hertfordshire
LSOA: East Hertfordshire 003F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Barwick based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Barwick.

X/26/0267/CND - 67 - 70 Gore Lane Barwick High Cross Hertfordshire SG11 1BU
Application for approval of conditions 6 (hard surfacing), 7 (CTMP), 13 (landscape design proposals) and 17 (ramp/access/driveway levels) pursuant to planning approval 3/21/2532/FUL
Status: Undecided | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-06-11
- The Powder House High Cross Hertfordshire SG11 1DA
Single storey side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-07-12
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A brief summary of Barwick in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Barwick show an average sale price of £486,495, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Barwick a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Barwick includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Plashes Wood SSSI; 16 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 Barwick

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Barwick. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Barwick.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Barwick were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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