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Planning in South Mimms

Approved
68%
26 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About South Mimms

South Mimms is a village located in the Hertsmere borough of Hertfordshire, England, at the intersection of the M25 and A1(M) motorways, which is also home to the South Mimms services. As of the 2021 census, the village had a population of 661, while the wider civil parish numbered 874. In 2023, South Mimms merged with the adjacent parish of Ridge to create the new parish of South Mimms and Ridge, presenting potential opportunities for planning applications in the evolving community. The settlement has a population of approximately 874 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Hertsmere district.

Property prices in South Mimms show an average sale price of £560,914, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the South Mimms 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 South Mimms a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around South Mimms has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Mimms 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 South Mimms, 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, 70 planning applications were submitted near South Mimms. Of these, 68% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), outline applications (12), tree works (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Mimms?
In the last 24 months, 70 planning applications were submitted near South Mimms. The approval rate is 68%.
How long do planning decisions take near South Mimms?
The average planning decision time near South Mimms is 76 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 South Mimms?
The planning approval rate near South Mimms is 68%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near South Mimms?
The most common type of planning application near South Mimms is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near South Mimms?
You can search and track planning applications near South Mimms on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.