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Planning in Cockernhoe

Approved
78%
18 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Cockernhoe

Cockernhoe is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Offley in North Hertfordshire, England. Nestled between Hitchin to the east and Luton to the west, the area features a mix of scenic countryside, with part of it lying within the Chiltern Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The nearby Putteridge Bury estate, which now serves as part of the University of Bedfordshire, adds an educational dimension to the region. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 1,646, making it a small yet vibrant community for potential planning applications.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Cockernhoe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Cockernhoe has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cockernhoe 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 Cockernhoe, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Cockernhoe. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cockernhoe?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Cockernhoe. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cockernhoe?
The average planning decision time near Cockernhoe is 69 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 Cockernhoe?
The planning approval rate near Cockernhoe is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cockernhoe?
The most common type of planning application near Cockernhoe is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cockernhoe?
You can search and track planning applications near Cockernhoe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.