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Planning in Kelshall

Approved
96%
25 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Kelshall

Kelshall is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the North Hertfordshire district of England, approximately 3 miles (5 km) south-west of Royston. As of the 2021 census, the parish has a population of 166 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for local planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 166 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Kelshall show an average sale price of £425,178, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kelshall 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 Kelshall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Kelshall has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kelshall 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 Kelshall, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Kelshall. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (11), full planning applications (4), tree works (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kelshall?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Kelshall. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kelshall?
The average planning decision time near Kelshall is 69 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 Kelshall?
The planning approval rate near Kelshall is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kelshall?
The most common type of planning application near Kelshall is discharge of conditions, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kelshall?
You can search and track planning applications near Kelshall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.