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Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from Hertfordshire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Berkhamsted - Planning Applications & Local Development

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 £823,570, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (July 2026). This makes Berkhamsted a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Berkhamsted 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.berkhamstedtowncouncil.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Berkhamsted, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.