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Planning in Chiswell Green

Approved
72%
33 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chiswell Green in the last 24 months, from St Albans City and District Council's planning register.

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About Chiswell Green

Chiswell Green is a village located on the southern outskirts of St Albans, within the parish of St Stephen in Hertfordshire. With a population of around 2,800, it is an area of interest for planning applications, offering a blend of residential and community development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,802. It sits within the St Stephen district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chiswell 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 Chiswell 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, 71 planning applications were submitted near Chiswell Green. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (24), outline applications (9), discharge of conditions (3). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chiswell Green?
In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Chiswell Green. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chiswell Green?
The average planning decision time near Chiswell Green is 82 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 Chiswell Green?
The planning approval rate near Chiswell Green is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chiswell Green?
The most common type of planning application near Chiswell Green is full planning applications, with 24 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chiswell Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Chiswell Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.