How long do planning decisions take near Beadlow?

The average planning decision time near Beadlow is 131 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 Beadlow?

The planning approval rate near Beadlow is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Beadlow?

The most common type of planning application near Beadlow is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Beadlow?

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Beadlow, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Beadlow, Bedfordshire.

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About Beadlow

Beadlow is a charming hamlet located in the Central Bedfordshire district of England. As part of the civil parish of Campton and Chicksands, Beadlow's population was recorded in the 2011 Census, highlighting its small yet vibrant community. For those researching planning applications in the area, Beadlow offers a unique blend of rural character and potential development opportunities within the picturesque Bedfordshire landscape.

District: Central Bedfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £408,814 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Hitchin
LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 011B

Crime Statistics

5 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 3
criminal-damage-arson: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Beadlow.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Beadlow.

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 Beadlow based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Beadlow.

- Cainhoe Quarry, Shefford, Bedfordshire, SG17 5PJ
Discharge of Condition 10 (External Floodlighting) against planning permission CB/20/03847/MW (Erection of covered waste facility building (extension to planning permission 18/01243/MW) and retrospect
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-09-01
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- Cainhoe Quarry, Shefford, Bedfordshire, SG17 5PL
Discharge of Condition 7 (External Floodlighting) against planning permission CB/14/04775/MW (Application for the continuation of sand extraction, recycling or inert material and restoration of the si
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-09-01
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CB/23/00656/MW - Land to the South East of A507, Cainhoe Road, Clophill, Bedford SG17 5PL
Erection of replacement building for storage, office and welfare facilities
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-02-23
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A brief summary of Beadlow in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Beadlow show an average sale price of £408,814, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Beadlow is generally good, with just 5 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Beadlow 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 Beadlow includes 13 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Beadlow

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Beadlow. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 131 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Beadlow may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 131 days, decisions near Beadlow take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Beadlow were full planning applications (2), other applications (2). 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 medium-scale applications, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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