Cheshunt, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Cheshunt, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · Town
About Cheshunt
Cheshunt is a vibrant town located in the Borough of Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, approximately 13 miles north of Central London, making it a key part of the London commuter belt. Nestled along the River Lea and bordering the scenic Lee Valley Park, Cheshunt had a population of 43,770 as of the 2021 census. This growing urban area is integral to the Greater London Urban Area, providing a blend of residential and recreational opportunities for potential planning applications.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £427,900 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Broxbourne
- Parliamentary constituency: Broxbourne
- LSOA: Broxbourne 013E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Cheshunt.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Cheshunt.
- 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 Cheshunt based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
58 planning applications found near Cheshunt.
- - 59 Dewhurst Road, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9PG
Erection of front porch and enlargement of windows at front elevation
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 68 Kingsley Avenue, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9PR
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed 6m single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-05-01
View full details - - 7A High Street, -, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 0BX
Application for the approval of details reserved by conditions no. 3 (external and roofing materials) and 4 (details of refrigeration unit) of planning ref. 07/26/0125/F (Replacement of storage shed w
Status: Undecided | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-04-22
View full details - - 3 Manor Croft Parade College Road Cheshunt Hertfordshire EN8 9LP
Advertisement consent for internally illuminated fascia sign and non-illuminated projecting sign
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-04-14
View full details - - 3 Farm Close, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 8PD
Retrospective use of garage as a beauticians
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - 1 Lime Tree Close, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9FW
(T1) Lime - This tree is situated in the front carpark area of 1 Lime Tree Close, right against an adjacent garage and on the rear boundary of the gardens of Rowlands Close. The tree has historically
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 9 Beadman Road, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9FR
Conversion of garage to habitable space
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Apple Glen, Gews Corner, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9BX
Conversion of existing garage outbuilding into granny annexe
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-03-24
View full details - - 68 Kingsley Avenue, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9PR
Prior approval for proposed 6m single-storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 2 Windmill Lane, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9AA
Retrospective application to retain altered kitchen extract and make-up air ventilation system (ductwork, fans, silencers, filtration/odour control and high-level discharge via jet cowl)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - 10 Penton Drive, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9RS
Single storey side and rear extension including garage conversion and a two storey front extension to accommodate a new front porch
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-03-18
View full details - - 7 Riverside Path, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9QA
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed replacement of existing garage with home gym, and a small ancillary shower/WC
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - 80 College Road, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9NN
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed loft conversion with rear dormer
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 97 Penton Drive, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9RU
Two storey front extension and retrospective single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - Kindred Cheshunt Nursery and Pre-School, Littlebury, College Road, Cheshunt, EN8 9NQ
Development of a modular classroom building (Use Class F1(a)) and reconfiguration of existing car park.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-02-27
View full details - - 53-57 Turners Hill Cheshunt Hertfordshire EN8 8NT
Application for the approval of details reserved by condition no. 3 and 4 (Material and Constuction Management Plan) of planning ref. 07/22/0860/F (Extension of a second floor as well as alterations t
Status: Undecided | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-02-24
View full details - - 100 Turners Hill, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 9BN
Change in operating hours of the existing business from 12pm - 11pm to new hours of 11am-1am Monday - Sunday
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 64-78 Turners Hill, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 8LQ
Retrospective application for siting an InPost Parcel Locker
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-02-23
View full details - - 53-57 Turners Hill Cheshunt Hertfordshire EN8 8NT
Proposed variation of condition no. 2 (approved plans) of planning permission reference 07/22/0860/F (The extension of a second floor as well as alterations to the elevations to provide 4 flats (1 x 1
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - 45 Church Lane, Cheshunt, Hertfordshire, EN8 0DR
Listed building consent for retention of temporary modular building with canopy (refer to 07/26/0142/F)
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-02-17
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A brief summary of Cheshunt in Hertfordshire
Cheshunt is a vibrant town located in the Borough of Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, approximately 13 miles north of Central London, making it a key part of the London commuter belt. Nestled along the River Lea and bordering the scenic Lee Valley Park, Cheshunt had a population of 43,770 as of the 2021 census. This growing urban area is integral to the Greater London Urban Area, providing a blend of residential and recreational opportunities for potential planning applications.
Property prices in Cheshunt show an average sale price of £427,900, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Cheshunt a particularly low-crime area.
Cheshunt has one conservation area within its boundaries: Churchgate. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cheshunt 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 Cheshunt
In the last 24 months, 149 planning applications were submitted near Cheshunt. Of these, 58% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Cheshunt.
The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Cheshunt were full planning applications (79), outline applications (36), tree works (10). Full planning applications account for 53% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 141 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 19 applications
- Refused: 10 applications
- Withdrawn: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 116 applications
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