How long do planning decisions take near Round Bush?

The average planning decision time near Round Bush is 65 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 Round Bush?

The planning approval rate near Round Bush is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Round Bush?

The most common type of planning application near Round Bush is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Round Bush?

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Round Bush, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Round Bush, Hertfordshire.

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About Round Bush

Aldenham is a historic village and civil parish located in the borough of Hertsmere, Hertfordshire, encompassing Radlett and Letchmore Heath. Situated 3.5 miles northeast of Watford and 2 miles southwest of Radlett, Aldenham boasts a rich history dating back to the Domesday Book of 1086. Notably, it is one of Hertsmere's 14 conservation areas, featuring eight pre-19th-century listed buildings, while its landscape has remained largely unchanged since Saxon times, when it was primarily owned by Westminster Abbey. This blend of history and preservation makes Aldenham a significant area for planning applications and development considerations.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £479,980 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Watford
Parliamentary constituency: Watford
LSOA: Watford 003C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Round Bush based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Round Bush.

- Round Bush Round Bush Lane Aldenham Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8BQ
Removal of timber framed, glazed door and window, and replacement with timber framed, double glazed sliding doors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2026-04-21
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- Junction Of South Of Radlett Road/ Land East Of Primrose Lane Aldenham Watford Hertfordshire WD25 8NH
Removal of trees as per ATTACHED WORKS SCHEDULE. The identified trees are in 1052386_RSK(MS for NG Elstree to Sundon OHL)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Hertsmere | Date: 2024-05-17
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A brief summary of Round Bush in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Round Bush show an average sale price of £479,980, 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 Round Bush a particularly low-crime area.

Round Bush has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Round Bush, Patchetts Green and Delrow, Aldenham, Letchmore Heath. 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 Round Bush

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Round Bush. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Round Bush.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Round Bush slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Round Bush were tree works (7), listed building and heritage (3), discharge of conditions (3). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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