Gravesend, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Gravesend, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Gravesend are administered by East Hertfordshire District Council. View the full East Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Gravesend
Albury is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of England, approximately 5 miles west of Bishop's Stortford and 8 miles northeast of Ware. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 599, making it a small but vibrant community, which may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £376,612 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Hertfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North East Hertfordshire
- LSOA: East Hertfordshire 003F
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Gravesend.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Gravesend.
- 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 Gravesend based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Gravesend.
- - Elm Cottage Gravesend Albury Hertfordshire SG11 2LW
Single storey side extension and a new first floor rear dormer.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-04-01
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A brief summary of Gravesend in Hertfordshire
Albury is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of England, approximately 5 miles west of Bishop's Stortford and 8 miles northeast of Ware. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 599, making it a small but vibrant community, which may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area.
Property prices in Gravesend show an average sale price of £376,612, 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 Gravesend a particularly low-crime area.
Gravesend has one conservation area within its boundaries: Patmore Heath. 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 Gravesend includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hillcollins Pit SSSI, Patmore Heath SSSI; 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, Gravesend 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 Gravesend
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Gravesend. The average decision time was 97 days.
With an average of 97 days, decisions near Gravesend 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 Gravesend were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Clapgate planning applications
- Patmore Heath planning applications
- Albury planning applications
- Barleycroft End planning applications
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- Albury End planning applications
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.