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Planning in Kimpton

Approved
88%
23 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Kimpton

Kimpton is a quaint village and civil parish located in North Hertfordshire, England, approximately 6 miles south of Hitchin and 7 miles north of St Albans. It encompasses the hamlets of Peters Green and Blackmore End, surrounded by picturesque rural landscapes. With a population of 2,261 as of the 2021 census, Kimpton offers a blend of community charm and accessibility, making it a notable area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,261 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Kimpton show an average sale price of £516,464, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Kimpton has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kimpton 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 Kimpton, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near Kimpton. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kimpton?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Kimpton. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kimpton?
The average planning decision time near Kimpton 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 Kimpton?
The planning approval rate near Kimpton is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kimpton?
The most common type of planning application near Kimpton is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kimpton?
You can search and track planning applications near Kimpton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.