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Planning in Northaw

Approved
70%
19 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Northaw in the last 24 months, from Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council's planning register.

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About Northaw

Northaw is a quaint village located in the Welwyn Hatfield district of Hertfordshire, England, and is part of the civil parish of Northaw and Cuffley. With a population of 590, the village offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it an important area for planning applications and local development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,642 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Welwyn Hatfield district.

Northaw covers an area of approximately 6.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Northaw show an average sale price of £560,914, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Northaw 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 Northaw a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Northaw has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Northaw 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 Northaw, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Northaw. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 90 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (7), tree works (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Northaw?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Northaw. The approval rate is 70%.
How long do planning decisions take near Northaw?
The average planning decision time near Northaw is 90 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 Northaw?
The planning approval rate near Northaw is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Northaw?
The most common type of planning application near Northaw is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Northaw?
You can search and track planning applications near Northaw on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.