Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Hemel Hempstead are administered by Dacorum Borough Council. View the full Dacorum Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Hemel Hempstead
Hemel Hempstead is a vibrant town situated in the Dacorum district of Hertfordshire, England, approximately 24 miles (39 km) north-west of London. With a population of 95,961 as of the 2021 census, it is surrounded by other notable towns such as Watford, St Albans, and Berkhamsted, making it a key area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £416,925 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dacorum
- Parliamentary constituency: Hemel Hempstead
- LSOA: Dacorum 013B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hemel Hempstead.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hemel Hempstead.
- 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 Hemel Hempstead based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
284 planning applications found near Hemel Hempstead.
- - 191 Turners Hill Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 4LN
Single storey rear extension, alterations to front entrance, and internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-06-30
View full details - - 138 Windmill Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 4BW
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-06-10
View full details - - 282 Windmill Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 4BX
Demolition of the existing summerhouse and construction of a single-storey annexe outbuilding at the bottom of the rear garden, to be used as ancillary accommodation to the main dwelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-06-05
View full details - - 116 Windmill Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 4BW
Demolition of existing garage and conservatory and construction of single storey side and rear extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-05-21
View full details - - 26 Bencroft Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 5UY
Relocation of existing boundary fence
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-05-12
View full details - - 58 Adeyfield Gardens Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 5JY
Replacement of conservatory roof with a solid panel roof and replacement of existing glazing on left hand side of existing conservatory with PVCu solid panels.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - 85 Sawyers Way Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 4DZ
Construction of a rear dormer loft extension to the existing dwellinghouse with associated roof alterations and internal reconfiguration to create habitable accommodation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - 59 Hillfield Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 4AB
Works to tree
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 52 Adeyfield Gardens Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 5JY
Single storey rear extension measuring 5.00m deep with a maximum ridge height of 2.65m and a maximum eaves height of 2.45m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-03-31
View full details - - 278 Windmill Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 4BX
Loft Conversion with roof altered from hipped roof to gable end with new dormer and rooflights.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - 26 Hillfield Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 4AB
Felling of Horse Chestnut
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Trees | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-02-05
View full details - - 5 Scriveners Close Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 4XP
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-12-04
View full details - - 135 Adeyfield Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 5JZ
Single story side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - 65 St Pauls Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 5DD
Single storey rear extension with two skylights & associated patio/steps alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - 155 Adeyfield Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 5JZ
Front porch, single storey rear extension, with altered roof to existing integral garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-10-27
View full details - - Grubby Pockets 26 Great Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 5LB
Single storey rear extension with insertion of roof lights
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-10-24
View full details - - 50 Hardy Road Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 5EG
Non material amendment to planning application 24/02760/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - Hill Crest 1A Berrymead Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 5LF
Loft conversion with rear dormer and 2 skylights to the front elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - 220 Queensway Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 5DF
Single storey rear extension measuring 5.50m deep with a maximum height of 2.80m and a maximum eaves height of 2.50m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - 23 Eastbrook Way Hemel Hempstead Hertfordshire HP2 5UQ
Demolition of conservatory and construction of single-storey rear extension, plus installation of 6 solar panels on front and rear roof slopes.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-08-26
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A brief summary of Hemel Hempstead in Hertfordshire
Hemel Hempstead is a vibrant town situated in the Dacorum district of Hertfordshire, England, approximately 24 miles (39 km) north-west of London. With a population of 95,961 as of the 2021 census, it is surrounded by other notable towns such as Watford, St Albans, and Berkhamsted, making it a key area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.
Property prices in Hemel Hempstead show an average sale price of £416,925, 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 Hemel Hempstead a particularly low-crime area.
Hemel Hempstead has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Piccotts End, Hemel Hempstead Old Town. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Hemel Hempstead includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Hemel Hempstead 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 Hemel Hempstead
In the last 24 months, 215 planning applications were submitted near Hemel Hempstead. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Hemel Hempstead maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 66 days on average, decisions near Hemel Hempstead slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Hemel Hempstead were full planning applications (84), outline applications (49), discharge of conditions (41). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 4 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 208 smaller schemes were submitted.
41 planning appeals were lodged, of which 10 were allowed and 30 were dismissed (25% success rate).
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 158 applications
- Refused: 21 applications
- Withdrawn: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 32 applications
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