Little Gaddesden, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Little Gaddesden, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Little Gaddesden are administered by Dacorum Borough Council. View the full Dacorum Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Little Gaddesden
Little Gaddesden is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Dacorum borough of Hertfordshire, just 3 miles north of Berkhamsted and near the Bedfordshire border. The parish encompasses not only Little Gaddesden but also the settlements of Ashridge, Hudnall, and a portion of Ringshall. As of the 2011 Census, the population stood at 1,125, offering a quaint community atmosphere for potential planning applications in the area.
Population: 1,133 (2021)
District: Dacorum
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £731,194 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Dacorum
- Parliamentary constituency: Harpenden and Berkhamsted
- LSOA: Dacorum 014D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Little Gaddesden.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Little Gaddesden.
- 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 Little Gaddesden based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
10 planning applications found near Little Gaddesden.
- - 42 Nettleden Road North Little Gaddesden Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1PH
Construction of pergola.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-04-07
View full details - - Keepers Cottage 38 Nettleden Road North Little Gaddesden Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1PQ
Extension to existing summer house and pump room
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-04-01
View full details - - The Traction Engine Shed Nettleden Road North Little Gaddesden Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1PL
Works to trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - Tudor Lodge Ringshall Drive Little Gaddesden Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1NU
Details as required by condition 3 (External finishes) attached to planning permission 25/00412/FHA) granted on appeal APP/A1910/D/25/3369299
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Land At Church Road Little Gaddesden Berkhamsted Hertfordshire
Change of Use of Land from Agricultural to a mixed Agricultural and Equestrian Use
Status: Rejected | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2026-01-12
View full details - - The Coach House Nettleden Road North Little Gaddesden Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1PH
Tree works
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-11-12
View full details - - 4 Church Road Little Gaddesden Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1NX
Single storey rear extension. Replacement of garage with garden room. Outbuilding to the rear, replacement of porch and front bay window. Addition of two rooflights to front main roof slope and creati
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2024-12-23
View full details - - Wychcroft Ringshall Drive Little Gaddesden Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1NT
Replacement of conservatory with single storey extension, and new porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2024-01-24
View full details - - Lutece Nettleden Road Little Gaddesden Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1PH
Fell Trees
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2023-12-31
View full details - - 4 Church Road Little Gaddesden Berkhamsted Hertfordshire HP4 1NX
Single storey rear extension. Replacement of garage with garden room. Outbuilding to the rear, replacement of porch and front bay window. Addition of two rooflights to front main roof slope and creati
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Little Gaddesden in Hertfordshire
Little Gaddesden is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Dacorum borough of Hertfordshire, just 3 miles north of Berkhamsted and near the Bedfordshire border. The parish encompasses not only Little Gaddesden but also the settlements of Ashridge, Hudnall, and a portion of Ringshall. As of the 2011 Census, the population stood at 1,125, offering a quaint community atmosphere for potential planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,133 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dacorum district.
Property prices in Little Gaddesden show an average sale price of £731,194, 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 Little Gaddesden a particularly low-crime area.
Little Gaddesden has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Ringshall, No data available for publication by HE, Little Gaddesden. 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 Little Gaddesden includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Ashridge Commons and Woods SSSI; 7 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Chilterns Beechwoods. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Gaddesden 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.
Planning Activity in Little Gaddesden
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Little Gaddesden. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Little Gaddesden.
The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Little Gaddesden were full planning applications (7), tree works (5), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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- Ringshall planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.