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Planning in Goff's Oak

Approved
89%
103 of 110 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Goff's Oak

Goffs Oak is a sizable village located in the Broxbourne borough of Hertfordshire, UK. Nestled between Cuffley and Cheshunt, it sits just north of the M25 motorway, offering a more rural atmosphere within the London commuter belt. This strategic position makes it an appealing area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Property prices in Goff's Oak show an average sale price of £503,789, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Goff's Oak 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 Goff's Oak a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Goff's Oak has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Goff's Oak 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 Goff's Oak, 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, 245 planning applications were submitted near Goff's Oak. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (95), outline applications (47), tree works (18). 32 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (83% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Goff's Oak?
In the last 24 months, 245 planning applications were submitted near Goff's Oak. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Goff's Oak?
The average planning decision time near Goff's Oak is 68 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 Goff's Oak?
The planning approval rate near Goff's Oak is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Goff's Oak?
The most common type of planning application near Goff's Oak is full planning applications, with 95 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Goff's Oak?
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