How long do planning decisions take near Oxhey?

The average planning decision time near Oxhey is 68 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 Oxhey?

The planning approval rate near Oxhey is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Oxhey?

The most common type of planning application near Oxhey is full planning applications, with 109 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Oxhey?

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Oxhey, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Oxhey, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Oxhey are administered by Hertsmere Borough Council. View the full Hertsmere Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Oxhey

Oxhey is a suburb located within the Watford Borough Council area in Hertfordshire, England. As part of the Oxhey ward, it offers a mix of residential and community developments, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and local developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £546,367 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Hertsmere
Parliamentary constituency: Hertsmere
LSOA: Hertsmere 013A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Oxhey.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Oxhey.

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 Oxhey based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

679 planning applications found near Oxhey.

26/00511/FUL · Received: Fri 03 Jul 2026 · Validated: Tue 07 Jul 2026 - Land And Garage Rear Of 59 Upper Paddock Road Watford WD19 4DY
Erection of two semi-detached residential dwellings on land to the rear of No. 59 Upper Paddock Road, together with associated private amenity space, landscaping, cycle storage, refuse provision and p
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-07-07
26/0858/CLP - 25 Wright Close Bushey Hertfordshire WD23 2FH
Single storey rear extension. Certificate of lawful development (Proposed).
Status: Undecided | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-06-22
- 25 Wright Close Bushey Hertfordshire WD23 2FH
Single storey rear extension. Certificate of lawful development (Proposed).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-06-22
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- Hop Cottage 74 Villiers Road Watford WD19 4AJ
Replacement of existing timber sash windows on the front elevation with heritage-style white uPVC sliding sash windows. Existing window openings to be retained.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-06-15
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26/00448/FULH - Hop Cottage 74 Villiers Road Watford WD19 4AJ
Replacement of existing timber sash windows on the front elevation with heritage-style white uPVC sliding sash windows. Existing window openings to be retained.
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-06-15
- 10 Wright Close Bushey Hertfordshire WD23 2FH
Single storey rear extension following demolition of conservatory.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-06-08
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26/00291/FULH - 26 Villiers Road Watford WD19 4AH
Erection of a single storey extension following demolition of the existing canopy structure (revised plans)
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-29
26/00397/TCA - 5 Villiers Road Watford WD19 4AG
Works to tree/s in conservation areaI would like to remove a small dead tree in my back garden before it becomes a threat to my neighbours or any of my sheds
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-27
- Unique Motors 48A Aldenham Road Watford WD23 2NA
Demolition of existing garage and the erection of a new garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-27
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- 5 Villiers Road Watford WD19 4AG
Works to tree/s in conservation areaI would like to remove a small dead tree in my back garden before it becomes a threat to my neighbours or any of my sheds
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-27
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- 47 Upper Paddock Road Watford WD19 4DY
Proposed new roof over existing rear ground floor projection and installation of new doors to rear wall
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-25
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26/00393/FULH - 47 Upper Paddock Road Watford WD19 4DY
Proposed new roof over existing rear ground floor projection and installation of new doors to rear wall
Status: Undecided | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-05-25
- 31 Haydon Road Watford WD19 4DE
Demolition of existing garage, construction of part single, part two storey rear extension, single storey side extension and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-05-06
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26/0617/HSE - 31 Haydon Road Watford WD19 4DE
Demolition of existing garage, construction of part single, part two storey rear extension, single storey side extension and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-05-06
- 13 Belmont Road Bushey Hertfordshire WD23 2JS
Single storey rear extension, raising of roof to existing rear extension and side projection, and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-04-30
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- Flats 1-4 59 Chalk Hill Watford WD19 4DA
Works to trees in conservation area due to structural issues - Plumb and mixed shrubs, Holly and Magnolia, Mixed Ivy covered group, Laurel, Holly and Lilac (see tree works schedule)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-04-29
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- 7 Belmont Road Bushey Hertfordshire WD23 2JT
Construction of two storey rear extension with alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-04-27
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- 26 Villiers Road Watford WD19 4AH
Erection of a single storey extension following demolition of the existing canopy structure (revised plans)
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Watford | Date: 2026-04-06
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- 20C Belmont Road Bushey Hertfordshire WD23 2GS
Construction of two storey rear infill extension, and alterations to fenestration.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 7 Haydon Road Watford WD19 4DE
Conversion of loft to habitable space including rear dormer and 3x front roof lights. Certificate of lawful development (Proposed).
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-03-17
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A brief summary of Oxhey in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Oxhey show an average sale price of £546,367, 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 Oxhey a particularly low-crime area.

Oxhey has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Bushey Melbourne Road, Watford Heath, Bushey High Street, Oxhey. 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 Oxhey 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.

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Planning Activity in Oxhey

In the last 24 months, 247 planning applications were submitted near Oxhey. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Oxhey maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Oxhey slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Oxhey were full planning applications (109), discharge of conditions (36), outline applications (26). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 52 medium-scale applications, 173 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.

40 planning appeals were lodged, of which 10 were allowed and 29 were dismissed (26% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 99 applications
Refused: 15 applications
Withdrawn: 6 applications
Awaiting decision: 127 applications

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