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Planning in Danesbury

Approved
87%
84 of 95 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Danesbury

Danesbury is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Danesbury 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 Danesbury, 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, 113 planning applications were submitted near Danesbury. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were tree works (36), full planning applications (24), outline applications (16).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Danesbury?
In the last 24 months, 113 planning applications were submitted near Danesbury. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Danesbury?
The average planning decision time near Danesbury is 62 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 Danesbury?
The planning approval rate near Danesbury is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Danesbury?
The most common type of planning application near Danesbury is tree works applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Danesbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Danesbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.