Highfield, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Highfield, Hertfordshire. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.
Planning data sourced from Hertfordshire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months
Change of use of ground floor area back to commercial (was previously a high street banking area)
Use of existing building as a place of religious worship and construction of first floor extension, including changes to the materiality of the external fa�ade, platform, lift, bin store, signage and upgrades of access to main entrance.
Single storey rear extension
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About Highfield - Planning Applications & Local Development
Highfield is a residential district located in Hemel Hempstead, Hertfordshire, situated to the north of the town's historic centre. Developed on a greenfield site during the postwar expansion of Hemel Hempstead, the area is named after Highfield House, with origins linked to an ancient field name that highlights its elevation of 469 feet above sea level. This context is essential for anyone researching planning applications in the area, as it reflects the district's growth and development history. It sits within the Dacorum district.
Property prices in Highfield show an average sale price of £433,575, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Highfield 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 Highfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Highfield has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Highfield 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 Highfield, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.