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Planning in Bendish

Only 5 decisions near Bendish in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bendish in the last 24 months, from North Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Bendish

Bendish is a quaint hamlet situated within the parish of St Paul's Walden in Hertfordshire, approximately 3 miles east of Luton, 5 miles south of Hitchin, and 4.5 miles north of Harpenden. Once a small town in the 18th century, Bendish has seen the closure of several local services, including its grocers, three pubs, and the church, which may influence planning considerations in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bendish 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 Bendish a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bendish has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bendish 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 Bendish, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Bendish.

The most common types were outline applications (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bendish?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Bendish.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bendish?
The most common type of planning application near Bendish is outline applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bendish?
You can search and track planning applications near Bendish on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.