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Planning in Furneux Pelham

Approved
76%
16 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Furneux Pelham in the last 24 months, from East Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Furneux Pelham

Furneux Pelham is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England. Situated approximately 4 miles east of Buntingford, it is part of a historical trio of neighbouring parishes known as Pelham, which likely originated as a single territory during medieval times, alongside Brent Pelham and Stocking Pelham. As of the 2021 census, the parish has a population of 524, making it a small but vibrant community for potential planning developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 524 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.

Furneux Pelham covers an area of approximately 4.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Furneux Pelham show an average sale price of £494,778, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Furneux Pelham 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 Furneux Pelham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Furneux Pelham 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Furneux Pelham, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Furneux Pelham. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (10), full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (4).

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 Furneux Pelham?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Furneux Pelham. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Furneux Pelham?
The average planning decision time near Furneux Pelham is 84 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 Furneux Pelham?
The planning approval rate near Furneux Pelham is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Furneux Pelham?
The most common type of planning application near Furneux Pelham is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Furneux Pelham?
You can search and track planning applications near Furneux Pelham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.