How long do planning decisions take near Watton at Stone?

The average planning decision time near Watton at Stone is 61 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 Watton at Stone?

The planning approval rate near Watton at Stone is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Watton at Stone?

The most common type of planning application near Watton at Stone is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Watton at Stone?

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Watton at Stone, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Watton at Stone, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Watton at Stone are administered by East Hertfordshire District Council. View the full East Hertfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Watton at Stone

Watton-at-Stone is a charming village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of England, situated 4 miles north of Hertford and 5 miles southeast of Stevenage. Nestled in the scenic valley of the River Beane, it is accessible via the Watton-at-Stone railway station and includes the nearby hamlet of Whempstead and much of the Woodhall Park estate. As of the 2021 census, the parish had a population of 2,616, making it a vital community for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 2,616 (2021)

District: East Hertfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £555,632 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: East Hertfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Hertford and Stortford
LSOA: East Hertfordshire 014E

Crime Statistics

3 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 1
drugs: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Watton at Stone.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Watton at Stone.

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 Watton at Stone based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Watton at Stone.

- 1A Glebe Close Watton At Stone Hertfordshire SG14 3SJ
Single storey side extension with facing brick parapet walls and roof lantern
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 39 Station Road Watton At Stone Hertfordshire SG14 3SH
Construction of single storey rear infill extension and insertion of 1 x window to side
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-03-23
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- 39 Station Road Watton At Stone Hertfordshire SG14 3SH
Notification of proposed single storey rear extension mirroring existing partial width extension; 4.4m depth, 6.25m width, 3.7m height, 2.4m eaves height at boundary line
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-02-06
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- 52 Great Innings South Watton At Stone Hertfordshire SG14 3TQ
Demolition of open front porch and erection of single-storey front porch extension.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 19 Walkern Road Watton At Stone Hertfordshire SG14 3RQ
Demolition of conservatory and erection of two storey rear extension.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: East Hertfordshire | Date: 2024-04-15
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A brief summary of Watton at Stone in Hertfordshire

Property prices in Watton at Stone show an average sale price of £555,632, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Watton at Stone is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Watton at Stone has one conservation area within its boundaries: Watton at Stone. 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 Watton at Stone includes 8 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Watton at Stone

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Watton at Stone. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 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 Watton at Stone.

At 61 days on average, decisions near Watton at Stone slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Watton at Stone were full planning applications (5), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 63% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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