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Planning in Hockerill

Approved
80%
163 of 187 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Hockerill in the last 24 months, from East Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Hockerill

Hockerill is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hockerill 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 Hockerill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hockerill has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hockerill 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 Hockerill, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 257 planning applications were submitted near Hockerill. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (77), discharge of conditions (35), outline applications (17). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hockerill?
In the last 24 months, 257 planning applications were submitted near Hockerill. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hockerill?
The average planning decision time near Hockerill is 86 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 Hockerill?
The planning approval rate near Hockerill is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hockerill?
The most common type of planning application near Hockerill is full planning applications, with 77 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hockerill?
You can search and track planning applications near Hockerill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.