Great Gaddesden, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Great Gaddesden is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Dacorum Hundred, Hertfordshire, nestled in the Chiltern Hills just north of Hemel Hempstead. The parish shares borders with Flamstead, Hemel Hempstead, Nettleden, Little Gaddesden, and Studham in Bedfordshire, making it a strategically positioned area for planning applications and developments. The other has a population of approximately 991 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dacorum district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Gaddesden 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 Great Gaddesden a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Great Gaddesden has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Gaddesden 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Great Gaddesden, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.