How long do planning decisions take near West Hyde?

The average planning decision time near West Hyde is 47 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 West Hyde?

The planning approval rate near West Hyde is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near West Hyde?

The most common type of planning application near West Hyde is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near West Hyde?

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West Hyde, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near West Hyde, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in West Hyde are administered by Three Rivers District Council. View the full Three Rivers District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About West Hyde

West Hyde is a village located in south-west Hertfordshire, nestled alongside the A412 road within the Three Rivers District. As of the 2011 census, its population was incorporated into the Maple Cross and Mill End ward, highlighting its connection to nearby communities, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £732,676 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Three Rivers
Parliamentary constituency: South West Hertfordshire
LSOA: Three Rivers 004D

Crime Statistics

21 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 9
anti-social-behaviour: 3
burglary: 3
criminal-damage-arson: 3
drugs: 1
other-theft: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near West Hyde.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Hyde.

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 West Hyde based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near West Hyde.

- Bassett Park Denham Way Maple Cross Rickmansworth Hertfordshire WD3 9AF
Advertisement Consent: Erection of internally illuminated monolith sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2025-12-23
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- Church Cottages Old Uxbridge Road West Hyde Hertfordshire WD3 9XP
Non material amendment to planning permission 22/1112/FUL: Reduction in depth of single storey rear extension of Plot 2B, with associated internal alterations and alterations to fenestration of plots
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Three Rivers | Date: 2024-01-09
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A brief summary of West Hyde in Hertfordshire

Property prices in West Hyde show an average sale price of £732,676, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The West Hyde area recorded 21 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

West Hyde has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Springwell Lock, Copper Mill Lock, Black Jacks and Copper Mill Lock, Harefield Village. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 West Hyde includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Mid Colne Valley SSSI, Old Park Wood SSSI; 5 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 West Hyde

In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near West Hyde. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near West Hyde.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near West Hyde were full planning applications (4), tree works (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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