How long do planning decisions take near Stapleford?

The average planning decision time near Stapleford is 53 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Stapleford?

The most common type of planning application near Stapleford is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Stapleford?

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Stapleford, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Stapleford, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Stapleford are administered by East Hertfordshire District Council. View the full East Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Stapleford

Stapleford is a charming village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England. Nestled in the Beane Valley along the A119 road, it is situated approximately 3 miles north of Hertford and encompasses the village of Waterford and surrounding rural areas. As of the 2021 census, the parish boasts a population of 575, making it a quaint yet vibrant community for potential planning developments.

Population: 575 (2021)

District: East Hertfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £493,432 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Hertford and Stortford
LSOA: East Hertfordshire 017G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Stapleford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Stapleford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Stapleford in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Stapleford show an average sale price of £493,432, 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 Stapleford a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Stapleford includes 15 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Stapleford

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Stapleford. The average decision time was 53 days.

The average decision time of 53 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Stapleford were full planning applications (3), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 21% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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