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Planning in Rickmansworth

Approved
86%
126 of 137 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Rickmansworth in the last 24 months, from Three Rivers District Council's planning register.

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About Rickmansworth

Rickmansworth, situated in south-west Hertfordshire, is approximately 17 miles north-west of central London and 5 miles south-west of Watford, conveniently located within the M25 motorway perimeter. The town predominantly lies north of the Grand Union Canal and the River Colne, making it a notable area for planning applications related to both residential and commercial developments.

Property prices in Rickmansworth show an average sale price of £608,580, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rickmansworth 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 Rickmansworth a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rickmansworth 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 Rickmansworth, 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, 237 planning applications were submitted near Rickmansworth. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (90), outline applications (43), amendments (16). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

7 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rickmansworth?
In the last 24 months, 237 planning applications were submitted near Rickmansworth. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rickmansworth?
The average planning decision time near Rickmansworth is 54 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 Rickmansworth?
The planning approval rate near Rickmansworth is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rickmansworth?
The most common type of planning application near Rickmansworth is full planning applications, with 90 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rickmansworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Rickmansworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.