How long do planning decisions take near Hatfield?

The average planning decision time near Hatfield is 189 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?

The planning approval rate near Hatfield is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hatfield?

The most common type of planning application near Hatfield is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hatfield?

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Hatfield, Herefordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hatfield, Herefordshire.

Herefordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hatfield are administered by Herefordshire Council. View the full Herefordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hatfield

Hatfield is a village located in Herefordshire, England, now part of the parish of Hatfield and Newhampton. Historically a civil parish, it had a population of 141 in 1961 before its dissolution in 1987, when it merged with Newhampton to form the current parish. This context may be relevant for those exploring planning applications and developments in the area.

District: Hatfield and Newhampton

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £428,279 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Herefordshire, County of
Parliamentary constituency: North Herefordshire
LSOA: Herefordshire 004E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hatfield.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hatfield.

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 Hatfield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

34 planning applications found near Hatfield.

- Land adjacent Common Farm Hatfield Leominster
Notification of works to be carried out to facilitate the dismantlement of an existing overhead line.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-28
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P261588/PDV - Land adjacent Common Farm Hatfield Leominster
Notification of works to be carried out to facilitate the dismantlement of an existing overhead line.
Status: Undecided | Type: Permitted Development | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-05-27
P260958/F - Land North East of Curates Cottage Hatfield Herefordshire HR6 0SG
Application for variation of condition 2 following grant of planning permission P214539 (Proposed residential development of five dwellinghouses with associated vehicle access from C1059 tog
Status: Undecided | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-04-21
- Land North East of Curates Cottage Hatfield Herefordshire HR6 0SG
Application for variation of condition 2 following grant of planning permission P214539 (Proposed residential development of five dwellinghouses with associated vehicle access from C1059 together with
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2026-03-30
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P253608/XA2 - Land North East of Curates Cottage Hatfield Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 4 attached to planning permission 214539.
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-12-16
- Land adjacent C1059 Hatfield Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 6 and 10 attached to planning permission 214539
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-02-04
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P250448/XA2 - Land adjacent C1059 Hatfield Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 6 and 10 attached to planning permission 214539
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2025-02-04
P223114/AM - Yew Tree Cottage Hatfield Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0SF
Proposed non-material amendment to permission ref 221406 (Application for approval of reserved matters following outline approval 190785 Proposed cottage and garage)- Proposed minor
Status: Approved | Type: Non Material Amendment | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-09-14
P221406/RM - Land Adjacent to Yew Tree Cottage Hatfield Leominster Herefordshire
Application for approval of reserved matters following outline approval 190785 (Proposed cottage and garage)
Status: Approved | Type: Approval of Reserved Matters | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2022-04-28
P214539/F - Land adjacent C1059 Hatfield Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0SG
Proposed residential development of five dwellinghouses with associated vehicle access from C1059 together with drainage infrastructure and planting (For DOC 6 & 10 see 250448) (For
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-12-13
P213117/FH - Gables Hatfield Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0SF
Proposed first floor extension.
Status: Approved | Type: Full Householder | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2021-08-11
P201977/XA2 - Land Adjacent to Abbey View Hatfiled Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0SF
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 3, 5, 6, 7,8, 10 & 11 attached to planning permission P183745.
Status: Undecided | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2020-06-23
P190781/O - Land Opposite Roughcast Farm Hatfield Leominster Herefordshire
Erection of three cottages with garages and new access.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-03-13
P190785/O - Land Adjacent to Yew Tree Cottage Hatfield Leominster Herefordshire
Proposed cottage and garage
Status: Approved | Type: Outline | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-02-28
P190163/XA2 - Stable block at Lockleys Heath Hatfield Herefordshire
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 3 9 & 12 attached to planning permission 182260
Status: Approved | Type: PP - Approval of details reserved by condition | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2019-01-16
P183745/F - Abbey View Hatfield Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0SF
Proposed erection of new dwelling and detached garage. (For DOC 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 10 & 11 see 201977).
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-11-14
P182260/F - Stable block at Lockleys Heath Hatfield Herefordshire
Proposed conversion of barn into a dwelling and demolition of buildingand rebuild to create bat habitat and associated access works. (For DOC 3 9 & 12 see 190163)
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-06-21
P180145/F - Land Adjacent to Abbey View Hatfield Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0SF
Proposed erection of new dwelling and detached garage
Status: Approved | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2018-02-12
P174656/F - Common Farm Hatfield Leominster Herefordshire HR6 0SG
Proposed agricultural building and access track
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Planning Permission | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2017-12-13
N101729/U - Lockleys Farm Hatfield Herefordshire HR6 0SG
Certificate of lawfuness for existing use: Siting of a mobile home.
Status: Refused | Type: Certificate of Lawfulness (CLEUD) | Council: Herefordshire | Date: 2010-07-08

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A brief summary of Hatfield in Herefordshire

Property prices in Hatfield show an average sale price of £428,279, 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 Hatfield a particularly low-crime area.

Hatfield has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Hatfield includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Hatfield

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Hatfield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 189 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hatfield may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 189 days, decisions near Hatfield take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Hatfield were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 17% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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