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Planning in Shenleybury

Approved
83%
44 of 51 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Shenleybury in the last 24 months, from Hertsmere Borough Council's planning register.

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About Shenleybury

Shenleybury is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England. It sits within the Shenley district.

Property prices in Shenleybury show an average sale price of £748,125, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Shenleybury 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 Shenleybury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shenleybury 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 Shenleybury, 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, 75 planning applications were submitted near Shenleybury. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), tree works (5), outline applications (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Shenleybury?
In the last 24 months, 75 planning applications were submitted near Shenleybury. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Shenleybury?
The average planning decision time near Shenleybury 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 Shenleybury?
The planning approval rate near Shenleybury is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Shenleybury?
The most common type of planning application near Shenleybury is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Shenleybury?
You can search and track planning applications near Shenleybury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.