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Planning in Hunsdon

Approved
68%
13 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Hunsdon

Hunsdon is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England. Situated 3.5 miles east of Ware and 3 miles northwest of Harlow, it offers a small, community-focused environment with a population of 1,194 as of the 2021 census. This charming locality may be of interest for planning applications, given its proximity to larger towns and a growing residential community. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,194 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Hunsdon show an average sale price of £486,495, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hunsdon 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 Hunsdon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hunsdon 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hunsdon, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Hunsdon. Of these, 68% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (3).

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 Hunsdon?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Hunsdon. The approval rate is 68%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hunsdon?
The average planning decision time near Hunsdon is 64 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 Hunsdon?
The planning approval rate near Hunsdon is 68%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hunsdon?
The most common type of planning application near Hunsdon is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hunsdon?
You can search and track planning applications near Hunsdon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.