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Planning in The Swillett

Approved
90%
138 of 148 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of The Swillett in the last 24 months, from Three Rivers District Council's planning register.

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About The Swillett

The Swillett is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

Property prices in The Swillett show an average sale price of £608,580, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the The Swillett 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 The Swillett a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, The Swillett 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 The Swillett, 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, 212 planning applications were submitted near The Swillett. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were tree works (83), full planning applications (47), outline applications (12). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near The Swillett?
In the last 24 months, 212 planning applications were submitted near The Swillett. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near The Swillett?
The average planning decision time near The Swillett 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 The Swillett?
The planning approval rate near The Swillett is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near The Swillett?
The most common type of planning application near The Swillett is tree works applications, with 83 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near The Swillett?
You can search and track planning applications near The Swillett on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.