How long do planning decisions take near Kemprow?

The average planning decision time near Kemprow is 57 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 Kemprow?

The planning approval rate near Kemprow is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kemprow?

The most common type of planning application near Kemprow is amendment applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kemprow?

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Kemprow, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kemprow, Hertfordshire.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £479,980 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Watford
Parliamentary constituency: Watford
LSOA: Watford 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kemprow.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kemprow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Kemprow.

- Blackbirds Farm Blackbirds Lane Aldenham Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8BS
Construction of an agricultural building to store straw (Application for Prior Notification).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2024-09-13
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A brief summary of Kemprow in Hertfordshire

Kemprow is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

Property prices in Kemprow show an average sale price of £479,980, 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 Kemprow a particularly low-crime area.

Kemprow has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Round Bush, Aldenham, Letchmore Heath. 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 Kemprow includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bricket Wood Common SSSI. 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 Kemprow

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Kemprow. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 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 Kemprow.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Kemprow slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Kemprow were amendments (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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