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Planning in Start Hill

Only 3 decisions near Start Hill in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Start Hill in the last 24 months, from Uttlesford District Council's planning register.

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About Start Hill

Start Hill is a quaint hamlet located along the B1256 road within the civil parish of Great Hallingbury, in the Uttlesford district of Essex. Its proximity to Bishop's Stortford makes it a noteworthy area for planning applications, given its blend of rural charm and accessibility to urban amenities.

Property prices in Start Hill show an average sale price of £474,636, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Start Hill 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 Start Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Start Hill has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Start Hill 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 Start Hill, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Start Hill.

The most common types were amendments (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Start Hill?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Start Hill.
What types of planning applications are most common near Start Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Start Hill is amendment applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Start Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Start Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.