How long do planning decisions take near Tea Green?

The average planning decision time near Tea Green is 48 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 Tea Green?

The planning approval rate near Tea Green is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Tea Green?

The most common type of planning application near Tea Green is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Tea Green?

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Tea Green, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tea Green, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

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About Tea Green

Offley is a civil parish in North Hertfordshire, England, primarily encompassing the village of Great Offley and several hamlets, including Tea Green and Little Offley. Situated between Hitchin and Luton, the area features stunning landscapes, with its northern part designated as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty within the Chiltern Hills. The Putteridge Bury estate at the western edge houses a campus of the University of Bedfordshire, adding to the parish's appeal. As of the 2021 census, Offley had a population of 1,646, making it an interesting location for planning applications amidst a blend of residential and natural environments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £319,080 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Luton
Parliamentary constituency: Luton South and South Bedfordshire
LSOA: Luton 022D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Tea Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Tea Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Tea Green.

- The Barn Stony Lane Tea Green Luton Hertfordshire LU2 8PS
Change of Use of Public House with extended food provision (Sui Generis) to Function Venue (Sui Generis) and retrospective application for the removal of existing timber pergola and erection of an alu
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: North Hertfordshire | Date: 2025-06-04
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A brief summary of Tea Green in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Tea Green show an average sale price of £319,080, 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 Tea Green a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Tea Green includes 6 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 Tea Green

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Tea Green. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Tea Green.

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 Tea Green were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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