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Planning in Little Henham

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 4 weeks
on average

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

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About Little Henham

Little Henham, part of the civil parish of Henham-on-the-Hill in Essex's Uttlesford district, lies just 2.5 miles north of London Stansted Airport. The parish, which also encompasses Pledgdon Green, had a population of 1,325 as of the 2021 census, offering a quaint rural setting that may be of interest for various planning applications in the area.

Property prices in Little Henham show an average sale price of £522,097, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Little Henham area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Little Henham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Little Henham has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Little Henham 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 Henham, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Little Henham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 31 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Little Henham?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Little Henham. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Little Henham?
The average planning decision time near Little Henham is 31 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 Henham?
The planning approval rate near Little Henham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Little Henham?
The most common type of planning application near Little Henham is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Little Henham?
You can search and track planning applications near Little Henham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.