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Planning in Therfield

Approved
93%
41 of 42 decided
Decision time
about 14 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Therfield in the last 24 months, from North Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Therfield

Therfield is a village and civil parish located in the North Hertfordshire district, approximately 2 miles southwest of Royston. Situated on a broad chalk ridge, the parish encompasses the common land of Therfield Heath at its northern end, which borders Royston. This picturesque setting may influence planning applications in the area, especially regarding land use and development. The settlement has a population of approximately 588 (2021 estimate). It sits within the North Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Therfield show an average sale price of £425,178, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Therfield 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 Therfield a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Therfield 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 Therfield, 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, 56 planning applications were submitted near Therfield. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 96 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (19), full planning applications (6), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Therfield?
In the last 24 months, 56 planning applications were submitted near Therfield. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Therfield?
The average planning decision time near Therfield is 96 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 Therfield?
The planning approval rate near Therfield is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Therfield?
The most common type of planning application near Therfield is discharge of conditions, with 19 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Therfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Therfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.