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Planning in Bulbourne

Approved
100%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 34 weeks
on average

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

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About Bulbourne

Bulbourne is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

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

The area around Bulbourne has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bulbourne 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 Bulbourne, 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, 15 planning applications were submitted near Bulbourne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 239 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (2).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bulbourne?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Bulbourne. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bulbourne?
The average planning decision time near Bulbourne is 239 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 Bulbourne?
The planning approval rate near Bulbourne is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bulbourne?
The most common type of planning application near Bulbourne is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bulbourne?
You can search and track planning applications near Bulbourne on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.