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Planning in Aspley Guise

Approved
70%
21 of 28 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Aspley Guise in the last 24 months, from Central Bedfordshire Council's planning register.

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Around Aspley Guise

Postcode districts

MK17 331 applications in the last 12 monthsMK43 202 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Central Bedfordshire Council

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About Aspley Guise

Aspley Guise is a village and civil parish located in the west of Central Bedfordshire, England, which includes part of Woburn Sands. Positioned just 6 miles east of Central Milton Keynes and 1 mile south of M1 junction 13, it features its own railway station on the Marston Vale Line. The village boasts a rich historical character, highlighted by its 29 listed buildings, making it a significant area for planning applications and development within the Milton Keynes urban area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,216 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Central Bedfordshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Aspley Guise area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

The area around Aspley Guise has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Aspley Guise 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Aspley Guise, 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, 49 planning applications were submitted near Aspley Guise. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aspley Guise?
In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Aspley Guise. The approval rate is 70%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aspley Guise?
The average planning decision time near Aspley Guise 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 Aspley Guise?
The planning approval rate near Aspley Guise is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aspley Guise?
The most common type of planning application near Aspley Guise is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aspley Guise?
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