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37 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Old Hatfield · updated daily · Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

Planning in Old Hatfield

Approved
88%
36 of 38 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Welwyn Hatfield Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Old Hatfield

Postcode districts

AL10 100 applications in the last 12 monthsAL9 125 applications in the last 12 monthsAL7 207 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Welwyn Hatfield Borough Council

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About Old Hatfield

Old Hatfield, also known as Bishops Hatfield, is a historic village located within the Welwyn Hatfield district of Hertfordshire, England. Nestled in the town of Hatfield, it offers a rich architectural heritage and a unique character that may influence local planning applications and development opportunities in the area. It sits within the Hatfield district.

Property prices in Old Hatfield show an average sale price of £428,279, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Old Hatfield 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 Old Hatfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Old Hatfield has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Old Hatfield 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 Old Hatfield, 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, 50 planning applications were submitted near Old Hatfield. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), tree works (9), discharge of conditions (9).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Hatfield?
In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Old Hatfield. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Old Hatfield?
The average planning decision time near Old Hatfield is 72 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 Old Hatfield?
The planning approval rate near Old Hatfield is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Hatfield?
The most common type of planning application near Old Hatfield is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Hatfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Old Hatfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.