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Planning in Hart Hill

Approved
74%
110 of 147 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hart Hill in the last 24 months, from Luton Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Hart Hill

Postcode districts

LU2 355 applications in the last 12 monthsLU1 290 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Luton Borough Council

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About Hart Hill

Hart Hill is a settlement located in Bedfordshire, England.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hart Hill 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 Hart Hill, 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, 175 planning applications were submitted near Hart Hill. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (33), outline applications (16), discharge of conditions (9). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hart Hill?
In the last 24 months, 175 planning applications were submitted near Hart Hill. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hart Hill?
The average planning decision time near Hart Hill is 67 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 Hart Hill?
The planning approval rate near Hart Hill is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hart Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Hart Hill is full planning applications, with 33 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hart Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Hart Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.