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Planning in Wareside

Approved
63%
12 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Wareside

Wareside is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of England, just 2 miles east of the market town of Ware. Established in 1894 from the rural parts of the ancient parish of Ware, it was known as Ware Rural until its renaming in 1991. As of the 2021 census, Wareside has a population of 752, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for local planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 752 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Wareside show an average sale price of £486,495, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wareside 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 Wareside a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wareside has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wareside 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 Wareside, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Wareside. Of these, 63% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (4), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wareside?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Wareside. The approval rate is 63%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wareside?
The average planning decision time near Wareside is 78 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 Wareside?
The planning approval rate near Wareside is 63%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wareside?
The most common type of planning application near Wareside is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wareside?
You can search and track planning applications near Wareside on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.