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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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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)?
You can search and track planning applications near Westmill (SG5) on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.