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Planning in Walsworth

Approved
93%
125 of 134 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Walsworth

Walsworth, situated in the town of Hitchin, Hertfordshire, began as a village approximately a mile northeast of the town centre before becoming incorporated into Hitchin. It retains its village charm, as many locals still refer to it as such. Walsworth is part of the Hitchin Walsworth ward, one of five electoral wards for North Hertfordshire District Council, and includes the Purwell neighbourhood to the south, named after the nearby River Purwell. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,877. It sits within the North Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Walsworth show an average sale price of £516,464, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Walsworth 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 Walsworth 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, Walsworth 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 Walsworth, 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, 167 planning applications were submitted near Walsworth. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (62), discharge of conditions (13), outline applications (9).

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 Walsworth?
In the last 24 months, 167 planning applications were submitted near Walsworth. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Walsworth?
The average planning decision time near Walsworth 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 Walsworth?
The planning approval rate near Walsworth is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Walsworth?
The most common type of planning application near Walsworth is full planning applications, with 62 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Walsworth?
You can search and track planning applications near Walsworth on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.