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Planning in Maple Cross

Approved
95%
21 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Maple Cross in the last 24 months, from Three Rivers District Council's planning register.

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About Maple Cross

Maple Cross is a village in Hertfordshire, England, that has evolved significantly since the Second World War, transitioning from a small settlement with an inn and a blacksmith's shop to a community featuring approximately 800 postwar council houses, some of which have been privatized. Located near junction 17 of the M25 motorway, Maple Cross sits on the western edge of Rickmansworth, just 5 miles west of Watford and 6 miles north of Uxbridge, making it an appealing area for residential development and planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,426. It sits within the Three Rivers district.

Property prices in Maple Cross show an average sale price of £608,580, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Maple Cross 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 Maple Cross a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Maple Cross has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Maple Cross 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 Maple Cross, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Maple Cross. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (18), full planning applications (4), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Maple Cross?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Maple Cross. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Maple Cross?
The average planning decision time near Maple Cross is 64 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 Maple Cross?
The planning approval rate near Maple Cross is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Maple Cross?
The most common type of planning application near Maple Cross is discharge of conditions, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Maple Cross?
You can search and track planning applications near Maple Cross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.