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Planning in Little Berkhamsted

Approved
68%
15 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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About Little Berkhamsted

Little Berkhamsted is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England, approximately 5 miles south-west of Hertford. As of the 2021 census, the parish boasts a population of 527 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community. This tranquil setting may present various opportunities for planning applications and developments that align with its rural character. The settlement has a population of approximately 527 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Little Berkhamsted show an average sale price of £493,432, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Little Berkhamsted has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Berkhamsted 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 Little Berkhamsted, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Little Berkhamsted. Of these, 68% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Berkhamsted?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Little Berkhamsted. The approval rate is 68%.
How long do planning decisions take near Little Berkhamsted?
The average planning decision time near Little Berkhamsted is 86 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 Little Berkhamsted?
The planning approval rate near Little Berkhamsted is 68%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Berkhamsted?
The most common type of planning application near Little Berkhamsted is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Berkhamsted?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Berkhamsted on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.