How long do planning decisions take near Reed?

The average planning decision time near Reed is 62 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Reed?

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

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Reed, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Reed, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

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

About Reed

Reed is a quaint village and civil parish located in the North Hertfordshire district, approximately 3 miles south of Royston. Nestled on a chalk ridge, it is conveniently positioned near the A10 road to the west and lies just east of the Prime Meridian. As of the 2021 census, the population stands at 343, making it a small but vibrant community for potential planning applications.

Population: 343 (2021)

District: North Hertfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £467,150 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: North Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North East Hertfordshire
LSOA: North Hertfordshire 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Reed.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Reed based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Reed.

26/01229/TCA - 7 Hobbs Hayes Blacksmiths Lane Reed Royston Hertfordshire SG8 8AU
Ash, Hawthorn, Filed Maple, Box Elder - Remove
Status: Undecided | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-05-13
- Mill Corner Farm Jacksons Lane Reed Royston Hertfordshire SG8 8AB
Variation of Condition 2 (revised plans) of planning permission 23/02751/S73 granted on 28/02/2024 for Variation to Condition 2 (Approved drawing numbers. Removal: To substitute amended plans to inclu
Status: Conditions | Type: Amendment | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-03-11
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- Chestnut Cottage High Street Reed Royston Hertfordshire SG8 8AH
T1 Ash - Fell to ground level. T2 Hawthorn - Coppice at 1.5m from ground level. T3 Horse Chestnut - Crown reduce by 2m. T4 Buddleia - Coppice at 1.5m from ground level
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-08-11
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- Mill Corner Farm Jacksons Lane Reed Royston Hertfordshire SG8 8AB
Variation of 22/02565/FPH to form pitched roof over side extension and installation of 2 x rooflights (as amended by plans received on 21st June 2023).
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-05-16
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A brief summary of Reed in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Reed show an average sale price of £467,150, 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 Reed a particularly low-crime area.

Reed has one conservation area within its boundaries: Reed. 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 Reed includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Reed

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Reed. The average decision time was 62 days.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Reed slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Reed were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application were submitted.

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