How long do planning decisions take near Trowley Bottom?

The average planning decision time near Trowley Bottom is 59 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 Trowley Bottom?

The planning approval rate near Trowley Bottom is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Trowley Bottom?

The most common type of planning application near Trowley Bottom is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Trowley Bottom?

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Trowley Bottom, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Trowley Bottom, Hertfordshire.

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About Trowley Bottom

Flamstead is a picturesque village and civil parish located in north-west Hertfordshire, England, conveniently situated near the junction of the A5 and M1 motorway at junction 9. The village’s name may be derived from a historical corruption of Verulamstead, reflecting its rich heritage. This area is of particular interest for planning applications, given its accessibility and historical significance.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £306,702 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: St Albans
Parliamentary constituency: Harpenden and Berkhamsted
LSOA: St Albans 006C

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Trowley Bottom.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Trowley Bottom.

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 Trowley Bottom based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Trowley Bottom.

- 131 Trowley Hill Road Flamstead St Albans Hertfordshire AL3 8DS
Outline planning application for a two-storey detached dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-11-07
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- 131 Trowley Hill Road Flamstead St Albans Hertfordshire AL3 8DS
Construction of 1-2 dwellings
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-10-24
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- The Woods Trowley Bottom Flamstead St Albans Hertfordshire AL3 8DW
Single unit mobile home
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Dacorum | Date: 2025-03-21
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A brief summary of Trowley Bottom in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Trowley Bottom show an average sale price of £306,702, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Trowley Bottom is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Trowley Bottom has one conservation area within its boundaries: Flamsted. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Trowley Bottom includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns. 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 Trowley Bottom

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Trowley Bottom. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 Trowley Bottom.

At 59 days on average, decisions near Trowley Bottom slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Trowley Bottom were outline applications (3), full planning applications (1), amendments (1).

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