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Planning in Potten End

Approved
95%
39 of 41 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Potten End in the last 24 months, from Dacorum Borough Council's planning register.

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About Potten End

Potten End is a charming village nestled in the Chiltern Hills of west Hertfordshire, located just two miles east-north-east of Berkhamsted and three miles northwest of Hemel Hempstead. It falls within the parish of Nettleden and the borough of Dacorum, with nearby villages including Nettleden, Great Gaddesden, and the hamlet of Frithsden. The proximity to the National Trust estate of Ashridge enhances its appeal for potential planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,340. It sits within the Nettleden with Potten End district.

Property prices in Potten End show an average sale price of £731,194, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Potten End 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 Potten End a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Potten End has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Potten End 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 Potten End, 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 Potten End. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (9), tree works (6).

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 Potten End?
In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Potten End. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Potten End?
The average planning decision time near Potten End is 51 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 Potten End?
The planning approval rate near Potten End is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Potten End?
The most common type of planning application near Potten End is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Potten End?
You can search and track planning applications near Potten End on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.