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Planning in Wormleybury

Approved
83%
55 of 62 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wormleybury in the last 24 months, from Broxbourne Borough Council's planning register.

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About Wormleybury

Wormleybury, located in Broxbourne, Hertfordshire, is an impressive Grade I listed 18th-century house, rebuilt in the 1770s from a 1734 structure. Surrounded by a sprawling 57-hectare landscaped park, the estate features a crescent-shaped lake and a historic collection of rare plants, making it a notable point of interest for planning applications in the area. Its proximity to Greater London enhances its appeal for developers and conservationists alike.

Property prices in Wormleybury show an average sale price of £488,404, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Wormleybury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wormleybury has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wormleybury 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 Wormleybury, 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, 105 planning applications were submitted near Wormleybury. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (53), outline applications (22), tree works (12). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wormleybury?
In the last 24 months, 105 planning applications were submitted near Wormleybury. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wormleybury?
The average planning decision time near Wormleybury is 54 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 Wormleybury?
The planning approval rate near Wormleybury is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wormleybury?
The most common type of planning application near Wormleybury is full planning applications, with 53 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wormleybury?
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