How long do planning decisions take near Clothall?

The average planning decision time near Clothall is 24 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 Clothall?

The planning approval rate near Clothall is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Clothall?

The most common type of planning application near Clothall is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Clothall?

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Clothall, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Clothall, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Clothall are administered by North Hertfordshire District Council. View the full North Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Clothall

Clothall is a quaint village and civil parish located in the North Hertfordshire district of England, just 2 miles southeast of Baldock. The parish stretches from the northern edges of Baldock to the southern hamlet of Luffenhall, encompassing a small community of 155 residents as of the 2021 census. This picturesque setting may present unique planning opportunities and considerations for prospective developers and planners in the area.

Population: 155 (2021) · Area: 1415.6 km²

District: North Hertfordshire

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £399,796 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North East Hertfordshire
LSOA: North Hertfordshire 006A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Clothall.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Clothall.

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 Clothall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Clothall.

- Hooks Green Barn Barley Mow Lane Clothall Hertfordshire SG7 6RF
Provision of vehicular access onto the highway.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-09-09
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A brief summary of Clothall in Hertfordshire

Clothall covers an area of approximately 1415.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Clothall show an average sale price of £399,796, 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 Clothall a particularly low-crime area.

Clothall has one conservation area within its boundaries: Weston. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Clothall includes 7 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Clothall

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Clothall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 24 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Clothall may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 24 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Clothall were outline applications (1).

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