Bendish, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Bendish, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · settlement
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.
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Area Information
- Admin district: North Hertfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Hitchin
- LSOA: North Hertfordshire 014B
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- burglary: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Bendish.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bendish.
- 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 Bendish based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Bendish.
- - The Old Bakery Law Hall Lane Bendish Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 8JH
External alterations to rear addition including replacement double-glazed windows and French doors, replacement oil boiler and bricking up doorway on side elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - Willow Corner Law Hall Lane Bendish Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 8JH
TG1. 1 x Lawson Cypress to be removed and 1 x Laburnum Tree to be reduced in height by 3 metres
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-05-05
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A brief summary of Bendish in Hertfordshire
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.
Neighbourhood safety in Bendish is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Bendish has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bendish. 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 Bendish includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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.
Planning Activity in Bendish
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Bendish. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 11 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Bendish may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 11 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Bendish were listed building and heritage (1), tree works (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.