Preston, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Preston, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Preston are administered by North Hertfordshire District Council. View the full North Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Preston
Preston is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 3 miles south of Hitchin in Hertfordshire, England. As of the 2021 census, it has a population of 425 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community ideal for those exploring planning applications in the area.
Population: 425 (2021)
District: North Hertfordshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £197,631 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: North Hertfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Hitchin
- LSOA: North Hertfordshire 017B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Preston.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Preston.
- 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 Preston based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Preston.
- - 2 Chequers Cottages Chequers Lane Preston Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7TY
Installation of EV charger to front elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - 26/01169/LBC - 2 Chequers Cottages Chequers Lane Preston Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7TY
Installation of EV charger to front elevation.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-07-03 - 26/01629/FPH - 2 Chequers Cottages Chequers Lane Preston Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7TY
Installation of EV charger to front elevation.
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-07-03 - - 2 Chequers Cottages Chequers Lane Preston Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7TY
Installation of EV charger to front elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - - Pryor House The Green Preston Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7UD
T1: Tulip - Reduce the height by 3m and shape and balance the crown, cutting to viable growth. T2: Copper Beech - Lift the lower canopy all around to give 2m clearance of the floor.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-04-24
View full details - - 2 Oakfields Preston Hertfordshire SG4 7FB
Erection of rear garden room.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-03-21
View full details - - Fig Tree Cottage The Green Preston Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7UB
T1: Fig - Reduce by approx. 20-25%. T2: Ceanothus - Split in the stem requires selective pruning. T3: Hazel - Reduce height by approx. 1-1.5m. T4: Holly - Prune and hedge trim of an ornamental ball to
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-03-14
View full details - - Vine Cottage The Green Preston Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7UB
Magnolia - Crown reduction up to 25%.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-08-21
View full details - - Lychgate House Church Lane Preston Hitchin Hertfordshire SG4 7TP
Part two storey and part single storey rear extension following demolition of existing rear conservatory. First floor front extension and single storey side extension. Alterations to fenestration.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-04-17
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A brief summary of Preston in Hertfordshire
Preston is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 3 miles south of Hitchin in Hertfordshire, England. As of the 2021 census, it has a population of 425 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community ideal for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 425 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Hertfordshire district.
Property prices in Preston show an average sale price of £197,631, 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 Preston a particularly low-crime area.
Preston has one conservation area within its boundaries: Preston. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Preston includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wain Wood SSSI; 17 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Preston 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 Preston
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Preston. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Preston may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Preston were tree works (4), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
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Related Planning Guides
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- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.