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Planning in Flamstead

Approved
83%
34 of 40 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Flamstead

Flamstead is a charming village and civil parish located in north-west Hertfordshire, England, near the junction of the A5 and the M1 motorway at junction 9. Its name is believed by some historians to have evolved from the original term Verulamstead, reflecting the area's rich history. This strategic location makes Flamstead an interesting site for potential planning applications, offering easy access to major transport routes. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,398 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dacorum district.

Property prices in Flamstead show an average sale price of £601,479, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Flamstead 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 (May 2026). This makes Flamstead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Flamstead 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.flamsteadpc.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Flamstead, 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, 49 planning applications were submitted near Flamstead. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), outline applications (9), listed building and heritage (4).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Flamstead?
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Flamstead. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Flamstead?
The average planning decision time near Flamstead is 66 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 Flamstead?
The planning approval rate near Flamstead is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Flamstead?
The most common type of planning application near Flamstead is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Flamstead?
You can search and track planning applications near Flamstead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.