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Planning in St Ippolyts

Approved
94%
94 of 99 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About St Ippolyts

St Ippolyts, a quaint village and civil parish located on the southern edge of Hitchin in North Hertfordshire, encompasses the hamlet of Gosmore and parts of the Hitchin urban area, as well as surrounding rural landscapes. With a population of 2,076 recorded in the 2021 census, the parish is a blend of residential and countryside settings, offering opportunities for various planning applications within its charming environment. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,077 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Hertfordshire district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes St Ippolyts 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, St Ippolyts 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near St Ippolyts, 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, 131 planning applications were submitted near St Ippolyts. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 73 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (36), discharge of conditions (13), tree works (8).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near St Ippolyts?
In the last 24 months, 131 planning applications were submitted near St Ippolyts. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near St Ippolyts?
The average planning decision time near St Ippolyts is 73 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 St Ippolyts?
The planning approval rate near St Ippolyts is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near St Ippolyts?
The most common type of planning application near St Ippolyts is full planning applications, with 36 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near St Ippolyts?
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