Now updated for the new National Planning Policy Framework (August 2026). What changed

Planning appeals by council

Welwyn Hatfield planning appeals

Only 11 appeals were decided against Welwyn Hatfield in the year, which is too few to read a rate from.

Appeals decided
11
Allowed
2
Allowed rate
n/a
England
31%

What this means if you are objecting

With a sample this small, the percentage would move several points on a single decision, so we have not quoted one. The England figure below is the better guide.

Householder appeals

12 householder appeals were decided against Welwyn Hatfield, with 33% allowed. These are extensions, loft conversions and the like, and they are decided under a faster procedure than a full planning appeal.

Against the rest of East of England

Across East of England, inspectors allowed 28% of planning appeals on average. Welwyn Hatfield is a shire district.

Other councils in East of England

Every English council

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Figures cover April 2025 to March 2026 and come from the Planning Inspectorate, Decisions by LPA and decision maker, published under the Open Government Licence. Section 78 planning appeals only. “Allowed” means the inspector granted permission the council had refused. Source data.

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