Hunsdon, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Hunsdon, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · settlement
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.
Population: 1,194 (2021)
District: East Hertfordshire
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Area Information
- Admin district: East Hertfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North East Hertfordshire
- LSOA: East Hertfordshire 019D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Hunsdon.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hunsdon.
- 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 Hunsdon based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
7 planning applications found near Hunsdon.
- - Little Samuels Farm Widford Road Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8NN
New agricultural highway access and internal access road linking to existing farm
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-13
View full details - - 32 High Street Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8NT
Internal reconfiguration to install ground floor utility and wc along with first floor ensuites
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-01-26
View full details - - 32 High Street Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8NT
Single storey rear extension and internal alterations
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-09-24
View full details - - 32 High Street Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8NT
Single storey rear extension, internal alterations to kitchen and utility area, first floor ensuites to bedrooms.
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-09-24
View full details - - 16 Hollands Croft Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8NR
Single rear extension with lantern: Depth 4.00 metres, Maximum height 3.00 metres, Eaves height 3.00 metres.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-05-16
View full details - - Hunsdon J M I School High Street Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8NT
County Council application, to be determined by HCC - Proposed temporary mobile classroom unit and reconfiguration of on site car park at Hunsdon JMI School.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Little Samuels Farm Widford Road Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8NN
Demolition of 2 outbuildings. Erection of dog training facility with WC and kitchen, with associated external training area.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-06-14
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A brief summary of Hunsdon in Hertfordshire
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.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hunsdon a particularly low-crime area.
Hunsdon has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Widford, Hunsdon. 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Hunsdon includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
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.
Planning Activity in Hunsdon
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Hunsdon. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Hunsdon.
The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Hunsdon were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.