Elstree, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Elstree, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · settlement
About Elstree
Elstree is a large village located in the Hertsmere borough of Hertfordshire, approximately 11.5 miles northwest of central London along the former A5 road, historically following Watling Street. As of the 2011 census, its population stood at 5,110, and it is part of the civil parish of Elstree and Borehamwood. This area presents a blend of suburban living and historical significance, making it relevant for those researching planning applications and developments.
Population: 5,110
District: Elstree and Borehamwood
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £479,110 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Hertsmere
- Parliamentary constituency: Hertsmere
- LSOA: Hertsmere 007A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Elstree.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Elstree.
- 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 Elstree based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Elstree.
- - Lands To The South Of Aldenham Reservoir Watford Road Elstree Hertfordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 5 (surface water run-off), 6 (Drainage Impact Study), 15 (detailed surface water drainage strategy) of planning permission reference 22/2147/
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - Manaton House High Street Elstree Borehamwood Hertfordshire WD6 3BY
T10 Conifer Hedge 8m x10m. Hedge clip new growth to maintain and improve amenity value. 7.5m x 9.5m after pruning. All documents with 26/0448/TPO
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - Manaton House High Street Elstree Borehamwood Hertfordshire WD6 3BY
T8 LAWSON CYPRESS. 8m x 4m. Overall crown reduction by approximately 20%/new growth. Approx size after reduction7.5m x 3.5m. T9 CORSICAN PINE. 15m x 8m . Prune back lowest 4 limbs by approximately 2m
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - Alvina Aldenham Road Elstree Borehamwood Hertfordshire WD6 3BD
Construction of single storey side extension. Certificate of Lawful Development (Proposed). (AMENDED PLAN RECEIVED: 21/01/2025 - site plan updated to match proposed ground floor plans).
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2024-12-02
View full details - - 9 High Street Elstree Borehamwood Hertfordshire WD6 3BY
Retrospective application for installation of air conditioning, including a condenser unit fixed externally to the right elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2024-07-31
View full details - - 23 High Street Elstree Borehamwood Hertfordshire WD6 3EZ
Retrospective application for alterations to fenestration. (Amended Plans received: 23/09/2024)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2024-06-24
View full details - - 27 High Street Elstree Borehamwood Hertfordshire WD6 3EZ
Installation of 1x projecting sign (Application for advertisement consent).
Status: Rejected | Type: Advertising | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2023-12-20
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A brief summary of Elstree in Hertfordshire
Elstree is a large village located in the Hertsmere borough of Hertfordshire, approximately 11.5 miles northwest of central London along the former A5 road, historically following Watling Street. As of the 2011 census, its population stood at 5,110, and it is part of the civil parish of Elstree and Borehamwood. This area presents a blend of suburban living and historical significance, making it relevant for those researching planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,110. It sits within the Elstree and Borehamwood district.
Property prices in Elstree show an average sale price of £479,110, 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 Elstree a particularly low-crime area.
Elstree has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Elstree Village. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Elstree includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Elstree 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.
Planning Activity in Elstree
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Elstree. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Elstree.
At 65 days on average, decisions near Elstree slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Elstree were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (3). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 5 medium-scale applications, 14 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.