Search Buntingford planning applications

37 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Buntingford · updated daily · East Hertfordshire District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 37 · received or decided in the last 90 days

57 Vicarage Road Buntingford Hertfordshire SG9 9BAAwaiting decisionFirst floor infill front extensionReceived 23 Oct 20263/26/1232/HH
22 Hare Street Road Buntingford Hertfordshire SG9 9HWAwaiting decisionErection of single storey front porch and side extensionsReceived 19 Oct 20263/26/1477/HH
22 Hare Street Road Buntingford Hertfordshire SG9 9HWAwaiting decisionPrior approval application (Part 1, Class A) for construction of single storey rear extension; depth extending from the original rear wall by 8.00 metres, a maximum height of 3.70 metres and an eaves height of 2.50 metresReceived 16 Oct 20263/26/1479/PNHH
2 Station Road Buntingford Hertfordshire SG9 9HUAwaiting decisionApplication for approval of details reserved by conditions 9 (windows), 10 (doors), 19 (noise assessment), 20 (sound insulation), 21 (ASHP NIA), 22 (partial approval for written scheme of investigation only) and 23 (bat swift boxes) pursuant to planning approval 3/25/0781/VARReceived 15 Oct 2026X/26/0462/CND
2 Campbell Close Buntingford Hertfordshire SG9 9BYApprovedCertificate of lawfulness for proposed demolition of orangery and removal of window, and construction of a single-storey rear extensionReceived 22 Sep 2026Decided 19 Oct 20263/26/1338/CLPO

Planning in Buntingford

Approved: 85%; 40 of 45 decided
Decision time: about 15 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Buntingford in the last 24 months, from East Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Buntingford

Postcode districts

SG9 216 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: East Hertfordshire District Council

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About Buntingford

Buntingford, a historic market town in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England, is situated along the River Rib and the ancient Roman road, Ermine Street. Once a bustling staging post, Buntingford features several coaching inns and notable sites, including the 18th-century prison known as The Cage. With a population of 7,989 as of the 2021 census, this vibrant community offers a variety of planning opportunities for residential and commercial developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,989 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Buntingford show an average sale price of £563,935, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Buntingford 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 Buntingford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Buntingford 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.buntingfordtowncouncil.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Buntingford, 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, 71 planning applications were submitted near Buntingford. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 103 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (11), outline applications (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Buntingford?

In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Buntingford. The approval rate is 85%.

How long do planning decisions take near Buntingford?

The average planning decision time near Buntingford is 103 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 Buntingford?

The planning approval rate near Buntingford is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Buntingford?

The most common type of planning application near Buntingford is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Buntingford?

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