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Planning in Widford

Approved
85%
23 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Widford in the last 24 months, from East Hertfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Widford

Widford is a quaint village and civil parish located in the East Hertfordshire district of Hertfordshire, England, approximately 4 miles east of Ware. The village is traversed by the River Ash, enhancing its scenic charm. As of the 2021 census, Widford has a population of 659 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be affected by local planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 659 (2021 estimate). It sits within the East Hertfordshire district.

Property prices in Widford show an average sale price of £486,495, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Widford has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Widford 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 Widford, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near Widford. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Widford?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Widford. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Widford?
The average planning decision time near Widford is 94 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 Widford?
The planning approval rate near Widford is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Widford?
The most common type of planning application near Widford is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Widford?
You can search and track planning applications near Widford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.