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Planning in Venus Hill

Approved
96%
22 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Venus Hill in the last 24 months, from Dacorum Borough Council's planning register.

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About Venus Hill

Venus Hill in Hertfordshire is a notable historic site, recognized for its role in the observation of the transit of Venus in 1882. The site features a commemorative monument and has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1978, making it a significant landmark for researchers and planners interested in the area's rich heritage.

Property prices in Venus Hill show an average sale price of £433,575, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Venus Hill 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 Venus Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Venus Hill has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Venus Hill 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 Venus Hill, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Venus Hill. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (8), outline applications (6), full planning applications (5).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Venus Hill?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Venus Hill. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Venus Hill?
The average planning decision time near Venus Hill is 65 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 Venus Hill?
The planning approval rate near Venus Hill is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Venus Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Venus Hill is discharge of conditions, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Venus Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Venus Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.