Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Berkhamsted are administered by Dacorum Borough Council. View the full Dacorum Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Berkhamsted
Berkhamsted is a vibrant market town located in the Bulbourne valley of Hertfordshire, approximately 26 miles northwest of London. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 21,245 and is part of the civil parish within the Dacorum borough, adjacent to the larger new town of Hemel Hempstead. Surrounded by picturesque countryside and the Chiltern Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Berkhamsted presents a unique setting for potential planning applications amidst its scenic charm.
Population: 18,781 (2021) · Area: 1278.4 km²
District: Dacorum
Website: http://www.berkhamstedtowncouncil.gov.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £731,194 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dacorum
- Parliamentary constituency: Harpenden and Berkhamsted
- LSOA: Dacorum 009A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Berkhamsted.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Berkhamsted.
- 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 Berkhamsted based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
42 planning applications found near Berkhamsted.
- - 22 West Road Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3HT
Construction of single storey rear extension alterations to roof of previous rear extension, internal alterations and installation of side door , minor landscaping works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-06-25
View full details - - 3 Eddy Street Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1DQ
Relocation of front door, replacement of sliding doors and window, conversion of existing room to a bathroom to include installation of external pipes as required.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-06-08
View full details - - The Lamb 277 High Street Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1AJ
Construction of non-illuminated sign to exterior of the building
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - The Lamb 277 High Street Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1AJ
Construction of non-illuminated sign to exterior of the building
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - - LiDL Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by Condition 4 (Biodiversity Gain Plan), 5 (BNG offsetting Credits) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-05-08
View full details - - LiDL Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by Condition 11(FRA and Drainage), 12 (Drainage Management Plan),14(CMP) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - LiDL Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by condition 23 ( Car park management plan) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - LiDL Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by condition 18 (Contamination risk assessment) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Lidl Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by Condition 7 (Details) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Lidl Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by Condition 21 (Construction Management Plan) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Lidl Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by Condition 20 (Justification for the site access) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Lidl Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by Condition 17 (Sewage Treatment Upgrades) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Lidl Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by Conditions 15 (Scheme for undeveloped buffer zone)and 16 (Fence design) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - Lidl Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by Condition 10 (Lighting Assessment and Plan) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Lidl Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by Condition 6 (Samples of materials) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Lidl Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by Condition 8 (Arboriculturial Impact Assessment and Tree Protection plan) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - Lidl Gossoms End Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3LP
Details as required by Condition 9 (Hard and Soft Landscaping) attached to planning permission 25/01567/MFA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - 49 Meadow Road Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1EB
Construction of a new outbuilding within the rear garden of the property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - 1 Queens Road Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 3HU
Single storey rear extension to replace existing garage and conservatory, loft conversion, new front wall and associated alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 336 High Street Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1HT
Replace all front single-glazed windows and rear french door with double glazed ones.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-03-10
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A brief summary of Berkhamsted in Hertfordshire
Berkhamsted is a vibrant market town located in the Bulbourne valley of Hertfordshire, approximately 26 miles northwest of London. As of the 2021 census, it boasts a population of 21,245 and is part of the civil parish within the Dacorum borough, adjacent to the larger new town of Hemel Hempstead. Surrounded by picturesque countryside and the Chiltern Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Berkhamsted presents a unique setting for potential planning applications amidst its scenic charm. The Town has a population of approximately 18,781 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dacorum district.
Berkhamsted covers an area of approximately 1278.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Berkhamsted show an average sale price of £731,194, 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 Berkhamsted a particularly low-crime area.
Berkhamsted has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Berkhamsted, Northchurch. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Berkhamsted includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ashridge Commons and Woods SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Chilterns Beechwoods. 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, Berkhamsted planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.berkhamstedtowncouncil.gov.uk/. 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 Berkhamsted
In the last 24 months, 140 planning applications were submitted near Berkhamsted. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Berkhamsted may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Berkhamsted were full planning applications (57), discharge of conditions (28), tree works (23). Full planning applications account for 41% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 138 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 67 applications
- Refused: 3 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 68 applications
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