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Planning in Bricket Wood

Approved
78%
43 of 52 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bricket Wood in the last 24 months, from St Albans City and District Council's planning register.

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About Bricket Wood

Bricket Wood is a village located in Hertfordshire, England, situated 4.2 miles south of St Albans and 4.2 miles north-northeast of Watford. This strategic location makes it an area of interest for planning applications, offering a blend of rural charm with proximity to urban amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,095. It sits within the St Stephen district.

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

The area around Bricket Wood has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bricket Wood 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 Bricket Wood, 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, 72 planning applications were submitted near Bricket Wood. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 96 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), outline applications (8), tree works (8).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bricket Wood?
In the last 24 months, 72 planning applications were submitted near Bricket Wood. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bricket Wood?
The average planning decision time near Bricket Wood is 96 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 Bricket Wood?
The planning approval rate near Bricket Wood is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bricket Wood?
The most common type of planning application near Bricket Wood is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bricket Wood?
You can search and track planning applications near Bricket Wood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.