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Hitchin Bearton Ward planning approval rate

Hitchin Bearton Ward ward in North Hertfordshire has a 89.7% approval rate based on 97 planning decisions. North Hertfordshire overall: 93.4%.

Last updated: June 2026

89.7%
ward approval rate
97
Decisions
87
Approved
10
Refused
93.4%
North Hertfordshire average

Hitchin Bearton Ward is 3.7 percentage points below the North Hertfordshire average, suggesting slightly tighter scrutiny in this ward. Preparation matters more here.

How Hitchin Bearton Ward compares

Hitchin Bearton Ward ward (97 decided)
89.7%
North Hertfordshire overall (1,524 decided)
93.4%
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Recent decisions in Hitchin Bearton Ward

Two storey rear and side extension following demolition of existing conservatory · Wed 17 Jun 2026
Approved
Insertion of bifold doors to replace existing windows. Erection of bin storage a · Tue 16 Jun 2026
Approved
Single storey rear extension following demolition of the existing rear element. · Thu 11 Jun 2026
Approved
Alterations to roof including hip to gable roof extension, rear box dormer windo · Thu 11 Jun 2026
Approved
Insertion of rear L-shaped dormer and insertion of rooflights in existing front · Thu 04 Jun 2026
Approved

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