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Planning in Watford Heath

Approved
81%
131 of 152 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Watford Heath in the last 24 months, from Three Rivers District Council's planning register.

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About Watford Heath

Watford Heath is a settlement located in Hertfordshire, England.

Property prices in Watford Heath show an average sale price of £446,080, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Watford Heath 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 Watford Heath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Watford Heath has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Watford Heath 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 Watford Heath, 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, 259 planning applications were submitted near Watford Heath. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (53), tree works (24), outline applications (23). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

5 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (60% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Watford Heath?
In the last 24 months, 259 planning applications were submitted near Watford Heath. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Watford Heath?
The average planning decision time near Watford Heath is 62 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 Watford Heath?
The planning approval rate near Watford Heath is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Watford Heath?
The most common type of planning application near Watford Heath is full planning applications, with 53 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Watford Heath?
You can search and track planning applications near Watford Heath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.