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24 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Bennetts End · updated daily · Dacorum Borough Council

Planning in Bennetts End

Approved
96%
100 of 104 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bennetts End in the last 24 months, from Dacorum Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Bennetts End

Postcode districts

HP3 329 applications in the last 12 monthsHP2 185 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dacorum Borough Council

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About Bennetts End

Bennetts End is a neighbourhood situated in the southeast of Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire. Primarily composed of public housing, it was developed in the 1950s as part of the new town initiative, making it the second area to be constructed by the New Town Corporation, following Adeyfield. This context is crucial for those researching planning applications, as it reflects the area's historical development and housing policies. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,904. It sits within the Dacorum district.

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

The area around Bennetts End has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bennetts End 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 Bennetts End, 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, 135 planning applications were submitted near Bennetts End. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (45), outline applications (30), discharge of conditions (8).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bennetts End?
In the last 24 months, 135 planning applications were submitted near Bennetts End. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bennetts End?
The average planning decision time near Bennetts End is 46 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 Bennetts End?
The planning approval rate near Bennetts End is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bennetts End?
The most common type of planning application near Bennetts End is full planning applications, with 45 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bennetts End?
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