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Planning in Hatfield Broad Oak

Approved
79%
11 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hatfield Broad Oak in the last 24 months, from Uttlesford District Council's planning register.

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About Hatfield Broad Oak

Hatfield Broad Oak is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Uttlesford district of Essex, England, approximately 5 miles southeast of Bishop's Stortford. The parish, which had a population of 1,238 at the 2021 census, is home to the historic St Mary the Virgin church and the remnants of the former Benedictine priory, Hatfield Regis Priory. This charming locale presents opportunities for planning applications amid its rich heritage and community-centric environment. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,238 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Uttlesford district.

Property prices in Hatfield Broad Oak show an average sale price of £474,636, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hatfield Broad 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 Hatfield Broad Oak a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hatfield Broad Oak has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hatfield Broad 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 Hatfield Broad 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Hatfield Broad Oak. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (4), outline applications (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hatfield Broad Oak?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Hatfield Broad Oak. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hatfield Broad Oak?
The average planning decision time near Hatfield Broad Oak is 44 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 Hatfield Broad Oak?
The planning approval rate near Hatfield Broad Oak is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hatfield Broad Oak?
The most common type of planning application near Hatfield Broad Oak is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hatfield Broad Oak?
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