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Planning in Snailswell

Approved
79%
22 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Snailswell

Snailswell is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

Property prices in Snailswell show an average sale price of £516,464, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Snailswell 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 Snailswell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Snailswell 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 Snailswell, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Snailswell. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Snailswell?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Snailswell. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Snailswell?
The average planning decision time near Snailswell is 59 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 Snailswell?
The planning approval rate near Snailswell is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Snailswell?
The most common type of planning application near Snailswell is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Snailswell?
You can search and track planning applications near Snailswell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.