How long do planning decisions take near Hunsdonbury?

The average planning decision time near Hunsdonbury 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 Hunsdonbury?

The planning approval rate near Hunsdonbury is 43%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hunsdonbury?

The most common type of planning application near Hunsdonbury is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hunsdonbury?

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Hunsdonbury, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hunsdonbury, Hertfordshire.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £414,540 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Hertford and Stortford
LSOA: East Hertfordshire 013A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hunsdonbury.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hunsdonbury based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Hunsdonbury.

- Mistletoe House Hunsdonbury Lane Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8PW
Continued use of an underground tunnel connecting the main dwelling to the detached pool house.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-10
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- 6 Ellison Close Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8FG
Certificate of lawfulness for proposed construction of single storey rear extension, insertion of 2 x rooflights to front and 1 x dormer window roof to rear to facilitate creation of habitable accommo
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-02-11
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- Land At Little Spellars Acorn Street Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8PN
Erection of self build dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-10-23
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- 3 Rectory Close Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8QG
First floor side extension incorporating juliet balcony and alterations to fenestration
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-07-11
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- Coach House Hunsdonbury Lane Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8PW
Discharge of conditions 3 (Materials of construction) 4 (Windows) 5 (Door) of planning approval 3/23/0876/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-01-10
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- Old Wall House Hunsdonbury Lane Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8PW
Discharge of condition 4 (Archaeology) for planning approval 3/23/0448/HH
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-12-08
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- Gate House Hunsdonbury Lane Hunsdon Hertfordshire SG12 8PW
Discharge of condition 3 (Doors) 4 (Repairs schedule) of planning approval 3/23/1575/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-11-01
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A brief summary of Hunsdonbury in Hertfordshire

Hunsdonbury is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

Property prices in Hunsdonbury show an average sale price of £414,540, 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 Hunsdonbury a particularly low-crime area.

Hunsdonbury has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hunsdon. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Hunsdonbury includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Hunsdonbury

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Hunsdonbury. Of these, 43% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 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 Hunsdonbury.

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 Hunsdonbury were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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