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Planning in Chaulden

Approved
90%
139 of 149 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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Around Chaulden

Postcode districts

HP1 231 applications in the last 12 monthsHP3 329 applications in the last 12 monthsHP2 185 applications in the last 12 monthsHP4 452 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dacorum Borough Council

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About Chaulden

Chaulden is a residential area in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, situated to the west of the town centre and adjacent to open countryside. Established in 1953 as part of the Hemel Hempstead new town development, it features its own neighbourhood shopping centre, making it a convenient location for residents and potential planning applications. It sits within the Dacorum district.

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

The area around Chaulden has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chaulden 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 Chaulden, 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, 192 planning applications were submitted near Chaulden. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (60), full planning applications (44), outline applications (25). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chaulden?
In the last 24 months, 192 planning applications were submitted near Chaulden. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chaulden?
The average planning decision time near Chaulden is 84 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 Chaulden?
The planning approval rate near Chaulden is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chaulden?
The most common type of planning application near Chaulden is discharge of conditions, with 60 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chaulden?
You can search and track planning applications near Chaulden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.