Tonwell, Hertfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Tonwell, Hertfordshire.
Hertfordshire · England · settlement
About Tonwell
Tonwell is a quaint village located within the Bengeo Rural parish of Hertfordshire. Its small size contributes to a close-knit community atmosphere, making it an appealing area for those interested in planning applications related to rural development and local amenities.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £414,540 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: East Hertfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Hertford and Stortford
- LSOA: East Hertfordshire 012F
Crime Statistics
4 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- other-theft: 2
- violent-crime: 2
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Tonwell.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Tonwell.
- 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 Tonwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
44 planning applications found near Tonwell.
- - 1 Temple Lane Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HP
Alterations to fenestration to include new bi-fold/sliding doors and insertion of windows to side wall of existing extension. Extension of patio.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2023-02-14
View full details - - 4 The Orchard Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HR
Discharge of condition 4 (Tree Protection Measures) for planning approval 3/21/3074/HH
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2022-03-15
View full details - - 4 The Orchard Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HR
Demolition of garage and erection of two-storey side extension with Juliet balcony to rear first floor, single storey front and rear extensions.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-12-09
View full details - - 4 The Orchard Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HR
Erection of single storey detached double garage.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-12-09
View full details - - 17 Ware Road Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HN
Demolition of garage and side extension. Single storey front extension. Single and two storey side and rear extensions.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-06-02
View full details - - Tonwell Water Tower Temple Lane Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HP Hertfordshire SG12 0HP
Conversion and alterations of water tower to residential dwelling. Single storey extensions, access, boundary treatment, landscaping and associated works. (Variation of condition 2 of listed building
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-05-26
View full details - - Tonwell Water Tower Temple Lane Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HP
Conversion and alterations of water tower to residential dwelling. Single storey extensions, access, boundary treatment, landscaping and associated works. (Variation of condition 2 of planning approva
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-05-25
View full details - - 4 The Orchard Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HR
Demolition of garage. Two storey rear extension, two storey side extension and part single storey side extension, single storey front extension, new first floor side window and new side roof light win
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-05-12
View full details - - 2 Barleycroft Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HT
Demolition of existing shed and covered area and the erection of a part single, part two storey rear extension with a Juliet balcony, erection of an open porch to the front and associated fenestration
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-04-14
View full details - - Tonwell Water Tower Temple Lane Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HP
Discharge condition 3 (materials) attached to 3/19/1837/FUL
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-03-25
View full details - - Tonwell Water Tower Temple Lane Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HP
Discharge conditions 3 (repairs schedule), 4 (new windows), 5 (new doors) and 6 (new external rendering) attached to 3/19/1838/LBC
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-03-25
View full details - - 17 Ware Road Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HN
Demolition of garage and side extension. Single storey front extension. Single and two storey side and rear extensions.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-03-03
View full details - - 4 The Orchard Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HR
Single storey rear and front extension, to include conversion and alterations of garage. Double storey side extension, erection of detached single storey garage and hard landscaping.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-02-06
View full details - - 25 Ware Road Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HN
Retention of screening up to 2.5 metre height
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2021-02-01
View full details - - 25 Ware Road Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HN
Ground floor side and front extensions.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2020-10-14
View full details - - 25 Ware Road Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HN
Hip to gable roof conversion, dormer window to rear, insertion of two roof lights to front and repositioning of first floor window to front
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2020-07-28
View full details - - 25 Ware Road Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HN
Part-single, part-two storey side extension, with rear dormer window.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2020-03-10
View full details - - 1 Bourne Honour Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HW
New porch following demolition of existing porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2020-01-08
View full details - - Tonwell Water Tower Temple Lane Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HP
Conversion and alterations of water tower to residential dwelling. Single storey extensions, access, boundary treatment, landscaping and associated works
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2019-09-09
View full details - - Tonwell Water Tower Temple Lane Tonwell Ware Hertfordshire SG12 0HP
Conversion and alterations of water tower to residential dwelling. Single storey extensions, access, boundary treatment, landscaping and associated works
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2019-09-09
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A brief summary of Tonwell in Hertfordshire
Tonwell is a quaint village located within the Bengeo Rural parish of Hertfordshire. Its small size contributes to a close-knit community atmosphere, making it an appealing area for those interested in planning applications related to rural development and local amenities.
Property prices in Tonwell show an average sale price of £414,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Tonwell is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Tonwell includes 3 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, Tonwell 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 Tonwell
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Tonwell. The average decision time was 72 days.
The average decision period of 72 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Tonwell were full planning applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
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