Search Westmill (SG5) planning applications

24 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Westmill (SG5) · updated daily · North Hertfordshire District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 24 · received or decided in the last 90 days

Land At 1-36 Freemans Close Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2PAAwaiting decisionDetails reserved by condition 24 (Site Waste Management Plan) of planning permission 22/02628/FP Granted on 17.03.2025Received 10 Nov 202626/02957/DOC
18 River Mead Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2TEAwaiting decisionSingle storey rear extension with the following dimension: Length as measured from rear wall of original dwelling - 4 metresReceived 4 Nov 202626/02860/NCS
22 Talbot Street Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2QUAwaiting decisionT3: Lime - Removal of major deadwood and epicormic growth ar baseReceived 22 Oct 202626/02709/TPO
Land On The South Of Oughtonhead Lane Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 2NAAwaiting decisionAmend approved plans to enable site layout changes (as non-material amendment to planning permission reference 23/00563/FP granted on 22.04.2025).Received 19 Oct 202626/02663/NMA
30 Bearton Road Hitchin Hertfordshire SG5 1UEApprovedAlterations to fenestration and internal alterationsReceived 15 Sep 2026Decided 5 Nov 202626/02318/FPH

Planning in Westmill (SG5)

Approved: 91%; 158 of 169 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Westmill (SG5) in the last 24 months, from North Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Westmill (SG5)

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Planning authority: North Hertfordshire District Council

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About Westmill (SG5)

Westmill is a charming village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of England, nestled in the picturesque valley of the River Rib. Situated just 1.5 miles south of Buntingford, it had a population of 290 as recorded in the 2021 census. Those researching planning applications in the area will find Westmill's rural character and small community appealing for potential development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 290 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Westmill show an average sale price of £516,464, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Westmill 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 Westmill, 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, 197 planning applications were submitted near Westmill. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (83), discharge of conditions (28), outline applications (27). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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 Westmill (SG5)?

In the last 24 months, 197 planning applications were submitted near Westmill (SG5). The approval rate is 91%.

How long do planning decisions take near Westmill (SG5)?

The average planning decision time near Westmill (SG5) 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 Westmill (SG5)?

The planning approval rate near Westmill (SG5) is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Westmill (SG5)?

The most common type of planning application near Westmill (SG5) is full planning applications, with 83 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Westmill (SG5)?

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