Barton-le-Clay, Bedfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Barton-le-Clay, Bedfordshire.
Bedfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Barton-le-Clay are administered by Central Bedfordshire Council. View the full Central Bedfordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Barton-le-Clay
Barton-le-Clay is a large village and civil parish located in the Central Bedfordshire district, adjacent to Hertfordshire. With a population of 4,937 as of 2021, this historic settlement has roots dating back to at least 1066, as noted in the Domesday Book. Its rich history and growing population make it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 4,937 (2021)
District: Central Bedfordshire
Website: http://www.bartonleclay.co.uk/
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Area Information
- Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Bedfordshire
- LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 016C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Barton-le-Clay.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Barton-le-Clay.
- 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 Barton-le-Clay based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
19 planning applications found near Barton-le-Clay.
- - Land on the North and South of Higham Road, Higham Gobian, MK45 4QE
Electricity Board Notification: Upgrade part of the existing low voltage overhead linenetwork at Higham Road.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-06-23
View full details - - 11 Cromwell Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4PU
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Erection of a rear first floor infill extension, and a ground floor side extension, with roof lights
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-03-26
View full details - - 12 King William Close, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4QE
Single storey rear extension with a roof lantern and a new rear window, a front porch, a rear rooflight and alterations to the side window and door.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-03-23
View full details - - Veterinary Surgery, 125 Bedford Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4LP
Listed Building: External and internal lead lined doors and internal flooring, external and internal walls and windows to be reinstated throughout
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Veterinary Surgery, 125 Bedford Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4LP
External and internal lead lined doors and internal flooring, external and internal walls and windows to be reinstated throughout
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - 1 Lancaster Close, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4PY
Single storey side/rear extension and rooflight
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 81 Norman Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4PX
Single storey front, side and rear extensions with roof lights
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - 48 Windsor Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4LZ
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Erection of a single storey rear mono pitched roof extension, with roof lights
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - - 10 Hanover Place, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4LU
Alterations to converted loft including extension to rear dormers and new front rooflight
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-12-22
View full details - - 18 Higham Gobion Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4LT
Erection of a first floor side extension, external alterations and change to exterior finish of dormers. Sedum (green) roof over existing flat roof.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - Land East of Barton-le-Clay, (Higham Gobion Road Footway), Barton-le-Clay, Beds MK45 4LT
Discharge of Condition 6 against planning permission ref. CB/21/02409/OUT Outline planning application (with all matters reserved except vehicular access from Higham Gobion Road) for up to 500 homes,
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - 69 Manor Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4NR
Discharge of Condition 3 against planning permission CB/25/01570/FULL : Replace windows and thermally line existing external walls. Raising of ridge to accommodate loft conversion, with dormers to rea
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-09-29
View full details - - 22A Bedford Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4PP
Discharge of Condition 5 against planning permission CB/25/00491/FULL (Installation of an extraction system and flue and minor changes to rear elevation) Schedule for cleaning, servicing and maintenan
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-05-21
View full details - - Land East of Barton Le Clay Bedfordshire
Discharge of Condition 11 against planning permission CB/21/02409/OUT(Outline planning application (with all matters reserved except vehicular access from Higham Gobion Road) for up to 500 homes, a 2.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - 16 Cromwell Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4PU
Construction of garage extension to side/rear of dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-01-23
View full details - - 1 Churchill Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4NH
Erection of a two storey side extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-12-02
View full details - - 22A Bedford Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4PP
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Use of the building as a restaurant (Use Class E(b)) with internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-10-02
View full details - - 2 Harold Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4QQ
Erection of a single storey front extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-02-28
View full details - - 68 Higham Gobion Road, Barton-le-Clay, Bedford, MK45 4LT
Change the use from a 3 bed dwelling (C3) to a 3 bed children's care home (C2 residential institution).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Barton-le-Clay in Bedfordshire
Barton-le-Clay is a large village and civil parish located in the Central Bedfordshire district, adjacent to Hertfordshire. With a population of 4,937 as of 2021, this historic settlement has roots dating back to at least 1066, as noted in the Domesday Book. Its rich history and growing population make it a significant area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,937 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Central Bedfordshire district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Barton-le-Clay a particularly low-crime area.
Barton-le-Clay has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Barton-le-Clay includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Barton Hills SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barton-le-Clay planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.bartonleclay.co.uk/. 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.
Planning Activity in Barton-le-Clay
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Barton-le-Clay. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 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 Barton-le-Clay.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Barton-le-Clay slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Barton-le-Clay were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (4). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 22 smaller schemes were submitted.
1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
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