How long do planning decisions take near Kinsbourne Green?

The average planning decision time near Kinsbourne Green is 77 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 Kinsbourne Green?

The planning approval rate near Kinsbourne Green is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kinsbourne Green?

The most common type of planning application near Kinsbourne Green is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kinsbourne Green?

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Kinsbourne Green, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kinsbourne Green, Hertfordshire.

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About Kinsbourne Green

Kinsbourne Green is a small hamlet located to the north-west of Harpenden in Hertfordshire, England, and it has effectively merged with the urban expanse of Harpenden. Situated within the civil parish of Harpenden Rural, this hamlet offers a unique blend of rural charm and proximity to urban amenities, making it a noteworthy area for anyone considering planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £931,073 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: St Albans
Parliamentary constituency: Harpenden and Berkhamsted
LSOA: St Albans 001E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kinsbourne Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Kinsbourne Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Kinsbourne Green.

- Highfield Chamberlaines Kinsbourne Green Harpenden Hertfordshire Al5 3Pw
Certificate of Lawfulness (proposed) - Single storey rear extension, hip-to-gable extensions, rear dormer and front rooflights
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: St Albans | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of Kinsbourne Green in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Kinsbourne Green show an average sale price of £931,073, 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 Kinsbourne Green a particularly low-crime area.

Kinsbourne Green has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Kinsbourne Green 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 Kinsbourne Green

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Kinsbourne Green. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 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 Kinsbourne Green.

The average decision period of 77 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Kinsbourne Green were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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