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Planning in Beecroft

Approved
78%
50 of 58 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Beecroft

Postcode districts

LU6 234 applications in the last 12 monthsLU5 187 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 Beecroft

Beecroft is a settlement located in Bedfordshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Beecroft 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 Beecroft a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Beecroft has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Beecroft 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 Beecroft, 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, 85 planning applications were submitted near Beecroft. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (39), outline applications (13), other applications (4).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Beecroft?
In the last 24 months, 85 planning applications were submitted near Beecroft. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Beecroft?
The average planning decision time near Beecroft is 72 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 Beecroft?
The planning approval rate near Beecroft is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Beecroft?
The most common type of planning application near Beecroft is full planning applications, with 39 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Beecroft?
You can search and track planning applications near Beecroft on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.