How long do planning decisions take near Woollensbrook?

The average planning decision time near Woollensbrook is 55 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 Woollensbrook?

The planning approval rate near Woollensbrook is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woollensbrook?

The most common type of planning application near Woollensbrook is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woollensbrook?

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Woollensbrook, Hertfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woollensbrook, Hertfordshire.

Hertfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Woollensbrook are administered by Broxbourne Borough Council. View the full Broxbourne Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Woollensbrook

Woollensbrook is a quaint hamlet located within the town of Hoddesdon in Hertfordshire, England. As part of a larger urban area, it presents unique opportunities for planning and development, making it of interest to those researching local planning applications.

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Area Information

Admin district: Broxbourne
Parliamentary constituency: Broxbourne
LSOA: Broxbourne 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woollensbrook.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woollensbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Woollensbrook.

- 46 High Wood Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 9AN
Two storey rear extension and single storey front extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-06-09
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- E Flat Cottages Hailey Lane Hoddesdon Hertfordshire SG13 7NY
Removal of existing garage and outbuildings and erection of single dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2026-03-04
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- West Bush House, Hailey Lane, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, SG13 7NY
Demolition of existing carriage house and erection of 1No. 2-bedroom self-build dwelling (resubmission of 07/23/0144/F)
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2025-12-09
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- 12 Morice Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 9AX
Two storey side and first floor rear extension with new pitch to front roof
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2025-11-11
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- 44 High Wood Road, Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, EN11 9AN
Addition to approved Householder Application 07/23/0745/HF to include repositioned integral garage.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Broxbourne | Date: 2023-12-20
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A brief summary of Woollensbrook in Hertfordshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Woollensbrook a particularly low-crime area.

Woollensbrook has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hoddesdon, Great Amwell. 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 Woollensbrook includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hertford Heath SSSI, Wormley-Hoddesdonpark Woods North SSSI; 10 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Wormley-Hoddesdonpark Woods. 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 Woollensbrook

In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Woollensbrook. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 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 Woollensbrook.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Woollensbrook were full planning applications (18), outline applications (11), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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