How long do planning decisions take near Radwell?

The average planning decision time near Radwell is 26 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 Radwell?

The planning approval rate near Radwell is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Radwell?

The most common type of planning application near Radwell is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Radwell?

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Radwell, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Radwell, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Radwell are administered by North Hertfordshire District Council. View the full North Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Radwell

Radwell is a village and civil parish located in North Hertfordshire, England, just north of Baldock and Letchworth Garden City. Its proximity to the A1 makes it an accessible area for potential planning applications, contributing to its appeal for development within the region.

Population: 133 (2021)

District: North Hertfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £516,464 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Hitchin
LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 014F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Radwell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Radwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Radwell.

- 116 Norton Road, Stotfold, Hitchin, SG5 4PG
Part two and single storey rear extension with two storey side extension & front porch
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-02-05
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A brief summary of Radwell in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Radwell show an average sale price of £516,464, 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 Radwell a particularly low-crime area.

Radwell has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Norton, No data available for publication by HE, Croft Lane, Norton, Letchworth. 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.

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Planning Activity in Radwell

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Radwell. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 26 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Radwell.

The average decision time of 26 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Radwell were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), other applications (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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