How long do planning decisions take near Gilston?

The average planning decision time near Gilston is 113 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 Gilston?

The planning approval rate near Gilston is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gilston?

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

How can I track planning applications near Gilston?

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Gilston, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gilston, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Gilston are administered by East Hertfordshire District Council. View the full East Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Gilston

Gilston is a village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of England, just one mile north of Harlow, Essex. Bordered to the south by the River Stort, which also serves as the county boundary, Gilston had a population of 777 according to the 2021 census. This growing community is of interest for planning applications due to its proximity to Harlow and its picturesque riverside location.

Population: 777 (2021)

District: East Hertfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £374,651 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Harlow
Parliamentary constituency: Harlow
LSOA: Harlow 007F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gilston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Gilston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Gilston.

3/26/0693/HH - 33 Pye Corner Gilston Hertfordshire CM20 2RB
Two storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-06-01
- The Old Rectory Gilston Lane Gilston Hertfordshire CM20 2RF
Certificate of lawfulness for a change of use of the annex to a dwellinghouse (Class C3)
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-23
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- The Plume Of Feathers P. H. Pye Corner Gilston Hertfordshire CM20 2RD
Proposed external hot food hut positioned in garden seating area.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-03-26
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- 2 Gilston Park House Gilston Park Gilston Hertfordshire CM20 2SF
Discharge of conditions 4 (repairs schedule), 5 (proposed finishes), 6 (relocation of pipework), 7 (new servicing), 8 (outer door) and 9 (internal partitions and joinery) attached to 3/24/0829/LBC.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-10-11
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- 95 Pye Corner Gilston Hertfordshire CM20 2RD
Erection of single storey first floor rear extension, incorporating Juliet balcony, with gable end and pitched roof.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Gilston in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Gilston show an average sale price of £374,651, 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 Gilston a particularly low-crime area.

Gilston has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Gilston includes 7 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 Gilston

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Gilston. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 113 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Gilston.

With an average of 113 days, decisions near Gilston 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 Gilston were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were 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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