Much Hadham, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Much Hadham, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · settlement
About Much Hadham
Much Hadham, a picturesque village and civil parish in East Hertfordshire, is located 4 miles southwest of Bishop's Stortford and 5 miles northeast of Ware. The parish encompasses charming rural areas, including the hamlets of Green Tye, Hadham Cross, and Perry Green, and had a population of 2,195 as of the 2021 census. This rural community presents various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its blend of village charm and surrounding countryside.
Population: 2,195 (2021)
District: East Hertfordshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £782,713 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Hertfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Hertford and Stortford
- LSOA: East Hertfordshire 009D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Much Hadham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Much Hadham.
- 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 Much Hadham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
16 planning applications found near Much Hadham.
- - Forge Cottage 2 The Forge High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6BS
Erection of new garden fence
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-11
View full details - - 55 High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6BU
Reconstruction and relocation of brickwork boundary wall following the demolition of the existing boundary wall. Installation of new garden gate and construction of bin store
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - Fletchers Homestall High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6DB
Listed Building Consent for replacement of concrete paving slab paths and patio with brick red clay pavers
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-02-18
View full details - - Northleys High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6DB
Discharge of Condition 4 (materials of construction) attached to 3/25/0870/HH.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Northleys High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6DB
Discharge of Condition 4 (materials of construction) attached to 3/25/0871/LBC.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - The Bull Inn High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6BU
Variation of conditions 2 (Approved plans) and 14 (Soft Landscaping) pursuant to planning permission (ref: 3/25/0337/VAR/Dated 11/09/2025) for (Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) pursuant to pl
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-11-21
View full details - - Meadow Bank Oudle Lane Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6DQ
Ground floor infill side extension and first floor rear extension with a mansard roof, fenestration alteration
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - Park House High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6BT
Refurbishment of window frames and casement windows and replacement of sashes.
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-09-08
View full details - - Park House High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6BT
Refurbishment of window frames and casement windows and replacement of sashes.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-09-08
View full details - - St Andrews Church Church Lane Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6DH
Reroofing of the north aisle with terne coated stainless steel
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-07-15
View full details - - St Andrews Church Church Lane Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6DH
Placing of statue with concrete base covered above ground by a shallow bronze resin plinth.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-09-04
View full details - - The Bull Inn High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6BU
Discharge conditions 5 (External Lighting Strategy), 7 (Biodiversity Enhancement Plan), 8 (CCTV survey of the culvert), 12 (outdoor seating), 14 (external features) and 16 (landscaping) attached 3/23/
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-07-26
View full details - - 3 Church End Cottages High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6DB
Replacement of back boiler with a modern combi boiler incorporating gas flue
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-06-21
View full details - - 3 Church End Cottages High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6DB
Replacement of back boiler with a modern combi boiler incorporating gas flue
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-06-21
View full details - - Northleys High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6DB
Single storey extension to outbuilding (in the curtilage of the Grade II Listed Building of Northleys).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-12-27
View full details - - Northleys High Street Much Hadham Hertfordshire SG10 6DB
Single storey extension to outbuilding (in the curtilage of the Grade II Listed Building of Northleys).
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Much Hadham in Hertfordshire
Much Hadham, a picturesque village and civil parish in East Hertfordshire, is located 4 miles southwest of Bishop's Stortford and 5 miles northeast of Ware. The parish encompasses charming rural areas, including the hamlets of Green Tye, Hadham Cross, and Perry Green, and had a population of 2,195 as of the 2021 census. This rural community presents various opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its blend of village charm and surrounding countryside. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,195 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.
Property prices in Much Hadham show an average sale price of £782,713, 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 Much Hadham a particularly low-crime area.
Much Hadham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Much Hadham. 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 Much Hadham includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Much Hadham 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 Much Hadham
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Much Hadham. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 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 Much Hadham.
The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Much Hadham were full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (6), discharge of conditions (6). Full planning applications account for 30% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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- Nether Street planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
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