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Planning in Bovingdon

Approved
91%
51 of 55 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Bovingdon

Bovingdon is a village located in Hertfordshire, England, approximately 4 miles south-west of Hemel Hempstead. It serves as a civil parish within the Dacorum local authority and is part of the ward encompassing Bovingdon, Flaunden, and Chipperfield. The population has seen significant growth, increasing from 4,600 in 2001 to around 9,000 by the 2011 Census, making it an area of interest for planning applications and local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,608 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dacorum district.

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

The area around Bovingdon has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bovingdon 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 Bovingdon, 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, 86 planning applications were submitted near Bovingdon. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (27), full planning applications (18), outline applications (11). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bovingdon?
In the last 24 months, 86 planning applications were submitted near Bovingdon. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bovingdon?
The average planning decision time near Bovingdon is 47 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 Bovingdon?
The planning approval rate near Bovingdon is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bovingdon?
The most common type of planning application near Bovingdon is discharge of conditions, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bovingdon?
You can search and track planning applications near Bovingdon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.