How long do planning decisions take near Bedmond?

The average planning decision time near Bedmond is 69 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 Bedmond?

The planning approval rate near Bedmond is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bedmond?

The most common type of planning application near Bedmond is amendment applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bedmond?

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Bedmond, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bedmond, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bedmond are administered by Broxbourne Borough Council. View the full Broxbourne Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Bedmond

Bedmond is a quaint village situated within the civil parish of Abbots Langley, located in the Three Rivers district of Hertfordshire, England. Just one mile north of Abbots Langley, Bedmond offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications.

District: Abbots Langley

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £720,678 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Dacorum
Parliamentary constituency: South West Hertfordshire
LSOA: Dacorum 022B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bedmond.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bedmond based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Bedmond.

- 156 Toms Lane Kings Langley Hertfordshire WD4 8NZ
Prior Approval: Single storey rear extension (depth 8.00 metres, maximum height 4.00 metres, maximum eaves height 2.80 metres)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2026-04-24
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- 333 Toms Lane Kings Langley Hertfordshire WD5 0RA
Construction of first floor side extension, loft conversion and extension including rear juliet dormer and front rooflights
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2026-03-16
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- 33 High Street Bedmond Abbots Langley Hertfordshire WD5 0QP
Retrospective: Construction of detached residential annex
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2026-02-17
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- April House 170 Toms Lane Kings Langley Hertfordshire WD4 8NZ
Retrospective: Conversion of existing garage outbuilding to gym including replacement of flat roof to pitched roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2024-11-04
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A brief summary of Bedmond in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Bedmond show an average sale price of £720,678, 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 Bedmond a particularly low-crime area.

Bedmond has one conservation area within its boundaries: Abbots Langley. 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 Bedmond includes 6 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 Bedmond

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Bedmond. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 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 Bedmond.

At 69 days on average, decisions near Bedmond slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Bedmond were amendments (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2).

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