Stevenage, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Stevenage, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · Town
About Stevenage
Stevenage is a vibrant town and borough located in Hertfordshire, England, approximately 28 miles north of London. Situated east of junctions 7 and 8 of the A1(M), it lies between Letchworth Garden City and Welwyn Garden City. Designated as the UK's first New Town in 1946, Stevenage boasts a diverse population of 94,456 as of 2021, making it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £368,190 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Stevenage
- Parliamentary constituency: Stevenage
- LSOA: Stevenage 003D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Stevenage.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Stevenage.
- 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 Stevenage based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Stevenage.
- - 23 Made Feld Stevenage Herts SG1 1PQ
Extension of decking and concrete area to rear
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-05-07
View full details - - 8 Claymores Stevenage Herts SG1 3TL
Single storey rear extension which will extend beyond the rear wall of the original house by 5m for which the maxium height will be 3m and the height of the eaves will be 3m
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-05-06
View full details - - G009 - G029 G Broadview Broadview Stevenage Herts
Prior approval for the demolition of garages G009 to G029 Broadview
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - G001 - G014 G Stony Croft Stoney Croft Stevenage Herts
Prior approval for demolition of garages G001 - G014 Stony Croft
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-04-20
View full details - - 74 Silam Road Stevenage Herts SG1 1JJ
Erection of two storey side and single storey rear extensions
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - Garage Site Between 29-31 Broadview Stevenage Herts SG1 3TR
Demolition of the existing garages and development of 7no. three-bedroom dwellinghouses
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 2A - 12A Popple Way Stevenage Herts SG1 3TG
Refurbishments to flat numbers 2A-12A to include the following: replacement roof covering, replacement metal balustrading to the walkway, replacement privacy screens to front terraces, a new secure ex
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2025-10-31
View full details - - 111 Bedwell Crescent Stevenage Herts SG1 1NA
Installation of kitchen extraction system to rear elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2025-10-28
View full details - - Brent Court Silam Road Stevenage Herts SG1 1JN
Discharge of Condition 16 (Samples of Materials) attached to planning permission reference number 22/00963/FPM
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2025-10-24
View full details - - 121A - 127A Bedwell Crescent Stevenage Herts SG1 1NA
General repairs and upgrades including replacement external stair, railings, juliette balconies, timber fence and windows; repairs to render
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2025-10-16
View full details - - 40 Vinters Avenue Stevenage Herts SG1 1QU
Lawful Development Certificate (Proposed) for single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2025-09-30
View full details - - 140 Lonsdale Road Stevenage Herts SG1 5EU
Single story rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2025-08-22
View full details - - Brent Court Silam Road Stevenage Herts SG1 1JN
Discharge of conditions 10 (Drainage 1), 11 (Drainage 2) and 12 (drainage 3) attached to planning permission reference 22/00963/FPM
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2025-05-27
View full details - - Brent Court Silam Road Stevenage Herts SG1 1JN
Discharge of Condition 14 (Tree Protection Measures) attached to planning permission reference number 22/00963/FPM
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2025-05-16
View full details - - 8 Greenways Stevenage Herts SG1 3TE
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2025-02-01
View full details - - 23 - 29 Cuttys Lane Stevenage Herts SG1 1UP
Construction of 1 no. bin enclosures to house 12 no. 360 litre wheelie bins
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2024-09-14
View full details - - 23 Greydells Road Stevenage Herts SG1 3NL
Certificate of Lawfulness (Proposed) for dormer loft conversion
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2023-10-14
View full details - - Land Adjacent To Bedwell Crescent And Fairlands Way Junction Stevenage Herts SG1 1JY
Installation of 1no. 15m 5G telecom pole and associated equipment cabinets.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Stevenage | Date: 2023-07-15
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A brief summary of Stevenage in Hertfordshire
Stevenage is a vibrant town and borough located in Hertfordshire, England, approximately 28 miles north of London. Situated east of junctions 7 and 8 of the A1(M), it lies between Letchworth Garden City and Welwyn Garden City. Designated as the UK's first New Town in 1946, Stevenage boasts a diverse population of 94,456 as of 2021, making it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Property prices in Stevenage show an average sale price of £368,190, 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 Stevenage a particularly low-crime area.
Stevenage has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Town Square, Old Town High Street, Shephall Green, St Nicholas's and Rectory Lane. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Stevenage includes 9 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stevenage 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.
Planning Activity in Stevenage
In the last 24 months, 87 planning applications were submitted near Stevenage. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Stevenage.
The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Stevenage were full planning applications (37), outline applications (17), discharge of conditions (17). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 86 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 39 applications
- Refused: 2 applications
- Withdrawn: 3 applications
- Awaiting decision: 43 applications
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Bedwell planning applications
- Pin Green planning applications
- Shephall planning applications
- Old Town planning applications
- Broadwater planning applications
- St Nicholas planning applications
- Poplars planning applications
- Symonds Green planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.