North Watford, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near North Watford, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in North Watford are administered by Watford Borough Council. View the full Watford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About North Watford
North Watford, located in Watford, Hertfordshire, is a predominantly residential area that emerged during the 19th century as the town expanded. Its historical development may influence current planning applications, making it a key region for residential projects and community enhancements.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £446,080 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Watford
- Parliamentary constituency: Watford
- LSOA: Watford 004C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near North Watford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near North Watford.
- 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 North Watford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
210 planning applications found near North Watford.
- 26/00527/FULH · Received: Thu 09 Jul 2026 · Validated: Thu 09 Jul 2026 - 4 Leggatts Way Watford WD24 5ND
Installation of air source heat pumps
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-07-09 - - 4 Leggatts Way Watford WD24 5ND
Installation of air source heat pumps
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-07-09
View full details - 26/00514/HPD · Received: Mon 06 Jul 2026 · Validated: Mon 06 Jul 2026 - 56 The Harebreaks Watford WD24 6NQ
The erection of a single storey rear extension which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.50m for which the maximum height would be 3.17m and for which the height of the eaves
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-07-06 - - 56 The Harebreaks Watford WD24 6NQ
The erection of a single storey rear extension which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.50m for which the maximum height would be 3.17m and for which the height of the eaves
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-07-06
View full details - 26/00494/LDC · Received: Mon 29 Jun 2026 · Validated: Thu 02 Jul 2026 - 204A St Albans Road Watford WD24 4AS
Lawful development certificate for existing use of of the first and second floors as two separate self-contained residential dwellings (Use Class C3), each comprising independent living accommodation,
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-07-02 - - 204A St Albans Road Watford WD24 4AS
Lawful development certificate for existing use of of the first and second floors as two separate self-contained residential dwellings (Use Class C3), each comprising independent living accommodation,
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-06-29
View full details - - 110 Judge Street Watford WD24 5AW
Lawful Development Certificate for proposed demolition of existing rear additions and reconstruction of existing rear walling, with new roof finish, addition of roof light and internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - 26/00406/FUL - 174 St Albans Road Watford WD24 4AS
Retrospective - Removal of existing condenser unit and relocation and installation of two new air conditioning units, installation of condenser unit.
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-06-01 - - 56 The Harebreaks Watford WD24 6NQ
The erection of a single storey rear extension which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.80m for which the maximum height would be 3.17m and for which the height of the eaves
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-20
View full details - 26/00388/HPD - 56 The Harebreaks Watford WD24 6NQ
The erection of a single storey rear extension which would extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 4.80m for which the maximum height would be 3.17m and for which the height of the eaves
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-20 - 26/00385/LDC - 110 Judge Street Watford WD24 5AW
Lawful Development Certificate for internal alterations, removal of ground floor rear bathroom, new sliding doors and flat roofing with roof light to rear of existing dwelling
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-19 - - 110 Judge Street Watford WD24 5AW
Lawful Development Certificate for internal alterations, removal of ground floor rear bathroom, new sliding doors and flat roofing with roof light to rear of existing dwelling
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-19
View full details - - 41 The Harebreaks Watford WD24 6NE
Erection of single storey front and side extension following demolition of existing front porch Works would be identical in form to the consent at no.69 - 22/00719/FULH.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-14
View full details - 26/00369/FULH - 41 The Harebreaks Watford WD24 6NE
Erection of single storey front and side extension following demolition of existing front porch Works would be identical in form to the consent at no.69 - 22/00719/FULH.
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-14 - - 40 Jubilee Road Watford Hertfordshire WD24 5HH
Lawfal development certificate for proposed demolition of existing conservatory and erection of 3m single storey extension. Eaves height 3m and maximum height of 3.8m
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-01
View full details - - 26 Diamond Road Watford Hertfordshire WD24 5EW
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of single storey rear extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-03-27
View full details - - 107 Cecil Street Watford Hertfordshire WD24 5AS
Lawful development certificate for proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-03-19
View full details - - 227 St Albans Road Watford WD24 5BH
Lawful Development Certificate for commencement of development of planning permission 23/00287/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - 26/00208/LDC - 227 St Albans Road Watford WD24 5BH
Lawful Development Certificate for commencement of development of planning permission 23/00287/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-03-12
View full details - - 78 Fuller Road Watford Hertfordshire WD24 6QL
Erection of a single storey front extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-03-10
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A brief summary of North Watford in Hertfordshire
North Watford, located in Watford, Hertfordshire, is a predominantly residential area that emerged during the 19th century as the town expanded. Its historical development may influence current planning applications, making it a key region for residential projects and community enhancements.
Property prices in North Watford show an average sale price of £446,080, 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 North Watford a particularly low-crime area.
North Watford has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Nascot, Civic Core, Macdonnell Gardens, Estcourt. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 North Watford 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, North Watford 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 North Watford
In the last 24 months, 284 planning applications were submitted near North Watford. Of these, 63% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 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 North Watford.
The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near North Watford were full planning applications (91), amendments (66), outline applications (35). Full planning applications account for 32% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 12 medium-scale applications, 236 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
11 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 6 were dismissed (45% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 53 applications
- Refused: 26 applications
- Withdrawn: 5 applications
- Awaiting decision: 200 applications
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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