How long do planning decisions take near Hinxworth?

The average planning decision time near Hinxworth is 54 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 Hinxworth?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Hinxworth?

The most common type of planning application near Hinxworth is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hinxworth?

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Hinxworth, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hinxworth, Hertfordshire.

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About Hinxworth

Hinxworth is a quaint village and civil parish located in North Hertfordshire, England, conveniently situated off the Great North Road between Baldock and Biggleswade. The village features essential amenities including a village hall, park, pub, small church, bus stop, and post box. As of the 2021 census, Hinxworth has a population of 326, making it a small yet vibrant community, ideal for those researching planning applications in the area.

Population: 326 (2021) · Area: 592.4 km²

District: North Hertfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £399,796 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North East Hertfordshire
LSOA: North Hertfordshire 016E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hinxworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hinxworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Hinxworth.

- Heathcote High Street Hinxworth Baldock Hertfordshire SG7 5HQ
3x Silver Birch - Heavy pruning by approx 25%
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-02-09
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- Hinxworth House New Inn Road Hinxworth Baldock Hertfordshire SG7 5HG
Erection of detached triple garage to include store at first floor level and installation of external staircase following demolition of existing garage (as amended by plans received on 9th March 2026)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-01-22
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- The Old Bakery Chapel Street Hinxworth Baldock Hertfordshire SG7 5HN
Details reserved by Condition 2 (Materials schedule) of listed building consent reference 24/02747/LBC granted on 25.03.2025.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-11-18
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- The Old Bakery Chapel Street Hinxworth Baldock Hertfordshire SG7 5HN
Details reserved by Condition 2 (Details and/or samples of materials to be used for the works) of Listed Building Consent 23/02866/LBC granted 16.02.2024
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-11-18
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- Appletrees High Street Hinxworth Baldock Hertfordshire SG7 5HQ
Raise roof height to create accommodation at first floor level including insertion of rear dormer window and front rooflights. Single storey rear extension and front porch following demolition of exis
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-07-14
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- Corner Cottage Chapel Street Hinxworth Baldock Hertfordshire SG7 5HN
Block up existing roller door and replace with timber and insertion of rooflights to existing side elevation roofslopes, insertion of side elevation windows and doors and insertion of rear window to e
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2022-12-30
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A brief summary of Hinxworth in Hertfordshire

Hinxworth covers an area of approximately 592.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Hinxworth show an average sale price of £399,796, 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 Hinxworth a particularly low-crime area.

Hinxworth has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Hinxworth. 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.

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Planning Activity in Hinxworth

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Hinxworth. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

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

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hinxworth were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), tree works (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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