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Planning in Burnham Green

Approved
72%
23 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Burnham Green

Postcode districts

AL6 227 applications in the last 12 monthsSG3 90 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: East Hertfordshire District Council

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About Burnham Green

Burnham Green is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burnham Green 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 Burnham Green, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Burnham Green. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), outline applications (7), amendments (2).

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 Burnham Green?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Burnham Green. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Burnham Green?
The average planning decision time near Burnham Green is 72 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 Burnham Green?
The planning approval rate near Burnham Green is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burnham Green?
The most common type of planning application near Burnham Green is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burnham Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Burnham Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.