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Planning in Reed

Only 4 decisions near Reed in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Reed in the last 24 months, from North Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 343 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Reed show an average sale price of £425,178, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Reed 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 Reed a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Reed has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Reed 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 Reed, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Reed.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), tree works (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Reed?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Reed.
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.
How can I track planning applications near Reed?
You can search and track planning applications near Reed on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.