How long do planning decisions take near Datchworth Green?

The average planning decision time near Datchworth Green is 101 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 Datchworth Green?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Datchworth Green?

The most common type of planning application near Datchworth Green is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Datchworth Green?

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Datchworth Green, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Datchworth Green, Hertfordshire.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £492,304 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Stevenage
LSOA: North Hertfordshire 015D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Datchworth Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Datchworth Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Datchworth Green.

- 1B Bramfield Road Datchworth Hertfordshire SG3 6RX
Discharge of Condition 5 (Arboricultural Method Statement and Tree Protection Plan) attached to 3/25/1746/HH
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-06
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A brief summary of Datchworth Green in Hertfordshire

Datchworth Green is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

Property prices in Datchworth Green show an average sale price of £492,304, 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 Datchworth Green a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Datchworth Green includes 11 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 Datchworth Green

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Datchworth Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 101 days.

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

With an average of 101 days, decisions near Datchworth Green take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Datchworth Green were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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