How long do planning decisions take near Little Hormead?

The average planning decision time near Little Hormead is 129 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 Hormead?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Little Hormead?

The most common type of planning application near Little Hormead is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Hormead?

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Little Hormead, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Hormead, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Little Hormead are administered by East Hertfordshire District Council. View the full East Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Little Hormead

Little Hormead is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Hormead, situated in the East Hertfordshire district of England. Just 2 miles (3 km) east of Buntingford, it offers a blend of rural charm and proximity to urban amenities, making it an interesting area for planning applications and development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £494,778 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North East Hertfordshire
LSOA: East Hertfordshire 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little Hormead.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Little Hormead.

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 Hormead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Little Hormead.

- Rowan Tree Cottage 1 Park Cottages The Street Little Hormead Hertfordshire SG9 0NA
Demolition of garden store rooms. Erection of replacement garden store rooms and garden office.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-03-04
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A brief summary of Little Hormead in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Little Hormead show an average sale price of £494,778, 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 Hormead a particularly low-crime area.

Little Hormead has one conservation area within its boundaries: Great Hormead. 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 Little Hormead includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Little Hormead

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Little Hormead. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 129 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 Little Hormead.

With an average of 129 days, decisions near Little Hormead take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Little Hormead were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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