How long do planning decisions take near Bayford?

The average planning decision time near Bayford is 83 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 Bayford?

The planning approval rate near Bayford is 40%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bayford?

The most common type of planning application near Bayford is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bayford?

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Bayford, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bayford, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

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

About Bayford

Bayford is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England, just 3 miles south of Hertford. With a population of 478 as of the 2021 census, it is well-connected by the Bayford railway station, making it an appealing area for potential planning applications.

Population: 478 (2021)

District: East Hertfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £493,432 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Broxbourne
LSOA: East Hertfordshire 018C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bayford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bayford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Bayford.

- Land Between 14 Willow Corner And The Old Vicarage Well Row Bayford Hertfordshire SG13 8PW
Discharge of condition 3 (Materials) of planning approval 3/23/1868/VAR
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-03-22
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- Land Between 14 Willow Corner And The Old Vicarage Well Row Bayford Hertfordshire SG13 8PW
Discharge of condition 4 (archaeology) of planning approval 3/23/1868/VAR
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-03-22
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- The Vicarage 26 Well Row Bayford Hertfordshire SG13 8PW
Removal of conservatory. Conversion and reconfiguration of existing garage with addition of a glazed link to house. New cladding to existing garage. New roof to part of outbuilding. Existing annexe co
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-02-21
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- 14 Willow Corner Bayford Hertford Hertfordshire SG13 8PN
Flat roof rear dormer. 2 rooflights to front elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-08-09
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- 18 Well Row Bayford Hertford Hertfordshire SG13 8PW
2 proposed outbuildings to provide a gym and office. Demolition of garage.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-03-29
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A brief summary of Bayford in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Bayford show an average sale price of £493,432, 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 Bayford a particularly low-crime area.

Bayford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Little Berkhamsted. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Bayford includes 8 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 Bayford

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Bayford. Of these, 40% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 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 Bayford.

The average decision period of 83 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Bayford were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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