Hitchin, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hitchin, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Hitchin are administered by North Hertfordshire District Council. View the full North Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Hitchin
Hitchin is a historic market town located in North Hertfordshire, England, with origins dating back to at least the 7th century. Nestled in the picturesque valley of the River Hiz at the edge of the Chiltern Hills, it is situated 16 miles northwest of Hertford and 35 miles north of London. As of the 2021 census, Hitchin has a population of 35,220, making it a significant community for planning applications in the region.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £516,464 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Hertfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Hitchin
- LSOA: North Hertfordshire 013E
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hitchin.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hitchin.
- 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 Hitchin based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
42 planning applications found near Hitchin.
- 26/01522/FP - 44 Wilbury Way Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0AP
Increase roof ridge height and front roof extension to facilitate additional office space at second floor level. Alterations to fenestration, external Insulation and rendering.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-06-26 - - 10 High Dane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0BA
Single storey rear extension following demolition of existing rear conservatory with the following dimension: Length as measured from rear wall of original dwelling - 5.07 metres
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-06-15
View full details - 26/01534/FPH - 10 High Dane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0BA
Part two storey and part single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-06-15 - 26/01454/NCS - 10 High Dane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0BA
Single storey rear extension following demolition of existing rear conservatory with the following dimension: Length as measured from rear wall of original dwelling - 5.07 metres
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-06-15 - 26/01081/FPH - 86 Common Rise Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0HS
Two storey front extension and part two storey and part first floor rear extension. Alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-06-10 - - 86 Common Rise Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0HS
Two storey front extension and part two storey and part first floor rear extension. Alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-06-10
View full details - 26/00926/FPH - 10 Midland Cottages Nightingale Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1RW
Part two storey and part single storey rear extension following demolition of existing rear extension and detached store. Installation of front hardstanding.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-06-05 - 26/01439/FPH - 16 Tristram Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0BH
Erection of detached garage following demolition of existing detached garage. Installation of additional hardstanding and associated drainage work.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-06-03 - - 89 Common Rise Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0HP
Ground floor to remain as existing (as non-material amendment to planning permission reference 25/02947/FPH granted on 05.01.2026).
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-05-25
View full details - 26/01365/NMA - 89 Common Rise Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0HP
Ground floor to remain as existing (as non-material amendment to planning permission reference 25/02947/FPH granted on 05.01.2026).
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-05-25 - 26/01062/FPH - 47 Common Rise Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0HN
Two storey and part single storey rear extension following demolition of existing rear element.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-05-22 - - 47 Common Rise Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0HN
Two storey and part single storey rear extension following demolition of existing rear element.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-05-22
View full details - - Land North Of Highover Farm To Stotfold Road Highover Way Hitchin Hertfordshire
Modification to S106 associated with planning application 18/01154/OP to amend open space management principles.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - 15 Woolgrove Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0AS
First floor rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - - 1 Franklin Gardens Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0BS
Part two storey and part first floor side extension. Single storey rear extension, replacement flat roof over existing rear extension, alterations to fenestration and removal of chimney.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-06
View full details - - Land North Of Highover Farm To Stotfold Road Highover Way Hitchin Hertfordshire
Details reserved by Condition 21: (detailed LEMP for phase 1 RM area) of outline application 18/01154/OP granted 29.11.2024 and 25/02556/NMA (revision of wording Condition 21) granted 14.11.2025
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Land North Of Highover Farm To Stotfold Road Highover Way Hitchin Hertfordshire
Details reserved by Condition 21: (OLEMP - site wide principles) of outline application 18/01154/OP granted 29.11.2024 and 25/02556/NMA (revision of wording Condition 21) granted 14.11.2025
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 22 Orchard Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 0BP
Single storey rear extension following demolition of existing rear element.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Land North Of Highover Farm To Stotfold Road Highover Way Hitchin Hertfordshire
Details reserved by Condition 13: (Open space management plan for phase 1 RM area) of outline application 18/01154/OP granted 29.11.2024
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - Land North Of Highover Farm To Stotfold Road Highover Way Hitchin Hertfordshire
Application for the discharge of Planning Obligation under S106A of the TCPA 1990 - temporary footpath route to the edge of the site with respect to S106 Agreement schedule 2, part 4, clause 14.2.2 da
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-02-19
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A brief summary of Hitchin in Hertfordshire
Hitchin is a historic market town located in North Hertfordshire, England, with origins dating back to at least the 7th century. Nestled in the picturesque valley of the River Hiz at the edge of the Chiltern Hills, it is situated 16 miles northwest of Hertford and 35 miles north of London. As of the 2021 census, Hitchin has a population of 35,220, making it a significant community for planning applications in the region.
Property prices in Hitchin show an average sale price of £516,464, 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 Hitchin a particularly low-crime area.
Hitchin has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Butts Close, Hitchin, Hitchin Railway and Ransom's Recreation Ground, Hitchin. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hitchin 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 Hitchin
In the last 24 months, 125 planning applications were submitted near Hitchin. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Hitchin maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hitchin were full planning applications (63), discharge of conditions (17), outline applications (9). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 11 medium-scale applications, 92 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 23 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Awaiting decision: 98 applications
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