How long do planning decisions take near Broadwater?

The average planning decision time near Broadwater is 49 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 Broadwater?

The planning approval rate near Broadwater is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Broadwater?

The most common type of planning application near Broadwater is full planning applications, with 30 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Broadwater?

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Broadwater, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Broadwater, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Broadwater are administered by Stevenage Borough Council. View the full Stevenage Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Broadwater

Broadwater, a suburb of Stevenage in Hertfordshire, England, is strategically located about 28 miles north of London and lies between Letchworth Garden City and Welwyn Garden City, near junctions 7 and 8 of the A1(M). Established as the UK's first New Town in 1946, Stevenage boasts a population of approximately 94,456 as of 2021, making it a significant area for planning and development initiatives.

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Area Information

Admin district: Stevenage
Parliamentary constituency: Stevenage
LSOA: Stevenage 010B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Broadwater.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Broadwater.

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 Broadwater based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

35 planning applications found near Broadwater.

26/00481/FPHFT - 15 Grenville Way Stevenage Herts SG2 8XZ
Erection of single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory
Status: Undecided | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-06-24
- 15 Grenville Way Stevenage Herts SG2 8XZ
Erection of single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-06-24
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26/00475/HPA - 148 Leaves Spring Stevenage Herts SG2 9BG
Single storey rear extension which will extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 6m, for which the maximum height will be 3m and the height of the eaves will be 3m
Status: Undecided | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-06-23
- 148 Leaves Spring Stevenage Herts SG2 9BG
Single storey rear extension which will extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 6m, for which the maximum height will be 3m and the height of the eaves will be 3m
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-06-23
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- 24 Wood Drive Stevenage Herts SG2 8NY
Erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-06-22
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26/00471/FPH - 24 Wood Drive Stevenage Herts SG2 8NY
Erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-06-22
- 26 Shephall Green Stevenage Herts SG2 9XS
Crown reduction to create 4m canopy, removing 4 of the lowest branches of 1no. Spruce tree (T1) protected by Tree Preservation Order 125
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-06-22
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26/00470/TPTPO - 26 Shephall Green Stevenage Herts SG2 9XS
Crown reduction to create 4m canopy, removing 4 of the lowest branches of 1no. Spruce tree (T1) protected by Tree Preservation Order 125
Status: Undecided | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-06-22
- Land At Goodmans Motorhomes Ltd Shephalbury Park Stevenage Herts
Erection of PVC canopy with fixed shipping containers
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-06-18
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26/00433/TPTPO - 18 Grenville Way Stevenage Herts SG2 8XZ
Fell 1no. Corsican Pine (T7) to ground level protected by Tree Preservation Order 51
Status: Undecided | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-06-08
- 18 Grenville Way Stevenage Herts SG2 8XZ
Fell 1no. Corsican Pine (T7) to ground level protected by Tree Preservation Order 51
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-06-04
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26/00399/TPCA - 29 The Willows Stevenage Herts SG2 8AN
Fell 1x Apple tree.
Status: Undecided | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-05-19
- 29 The Willows Stevenage Herts SG2 8AN
Fell 1x Apple tree.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-05-19
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26/00385/FPH - 15 Woodland Way Stevenage Herts SG2 8BU
Erection of single storey front and rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-05-15
26/00366/FP - St Mary's Church Shephall Green Stevenage Herts SG2 9XR
Alterations to fenestration and glazed extension to parish room, together with its refurbishment to provide level access to main church.
Status: Undecided | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-05-11
26/00343/HPA - 148 Leaves Spring Stevenage Herts SG2 9BG
Single storey extension which will extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 6m for which the maximum height will be 3m and the height of the eaves will be 3m
Status: Undecided | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-05-05
26/00344/CLPD - 148 Leaves Spring Stevenage Herts SG2 9BG
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) conversion of the garage and construction of the front porch
Status: Undecided | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-05-05
- 148 Leaves Spring Stevenage Herts SG2 9BG
Single storey extension which will extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 6m for which the maximum height will be 3m and the height of the eaves will be 3m
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-05-04
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- 148 Leaves Spring Stevenage Herts SG2 9BG
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) conversion of the garage and construction of the front porch
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-05-04
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- 15 Grenville Way Stevenage Herts SG2 8XZ
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) for single storey rear extension with 2 velux roof lights.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-04-28
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A brief summary of Broadwater in Hertfordshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Broadwater a particularly low-crime area.

Broadwater has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Broadwater (Marymead), Shephall Green, Deard's End Lane, Knebworth. 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 Broadwater includes 12 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Broadwater 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.

Planning Activity in Broadwater

In the last 24 months, 89 planning applications were submitted near Broadwater. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Broadwater may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Broadwater were full planning applications (30), outline applications (20), tree works (10). Full planning applications account for 34% 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, 65 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 26 applications
Refused: 2 applications
Awaiting decision: 61 applications

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