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Planning in Marshalswick

Approved
82%
164 of 194 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Marshalswick in the last 24 months, from St Albans City and District Council's planning register.

Decided by St Albans City and District CouncilCouncil page

Around Marshalswick

Postcode districts

AL1 458 applications in the last 12 monthsAL4 336 applications in the last 12 monthsAL3 421 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: St Albans City and District Council

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About Marshalswick

Marshalswick is a suburban area situated approximately 1.5 miles northeast of St Albans city centre in Hertfordshire. Developed from the 1920s, it is surrounded by the suburbs of Jersey Farm, Fleetville, and Bernards Heath, making it a key residential location for potential planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Marshalswick show an average sale price of £601,479, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Marshalswick 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 Marshalswick a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Marshalswick has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Marshalswick 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 Marshalswick, 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, 273 planning applications were submitted near Marshalswick. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 86 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (73), tree works (44), outline applications (32).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Marshalswick?
In the last 24 months, 273 planning applications were submitted near Marshalswick. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Marshalswick?
The average planning decision time near Marshalswick 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 Marshalswick?
The planning approval rate near Marshalswick is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Marshalswick?
The most common type of planning application near Marshalswick is full planning applications, with 73 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Marshalswick?
You can search and track planning applications near Marshalswick on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.