How long do planning decisions take near Biddenham?

The average planning decision time near Biddenham is 46 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 Biddenham?

The planning approval rate near Biddenham is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Biddenham?

The most common type of planning application near Biddenham is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Biddenham?

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Biddenham, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Biddenham, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

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About Biddenham

Biddenham is a village and civil parish in the Borough of Bedford, Bedfordshire, situated approximately 2 miles west of Bedford town centre and close to the A428 road. As part of the broader Bedford urban area, Biddenham presents opportunities for planning applications, particularly in residential and community development.

Population: 3,201 (2021) · Area: 182.9 km²

District: Bedford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £369,947 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bedford
Parliamentary constituency: Bedford
LSOA: Bedford 012B

Crime Statistics

82 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 41
anti-social-behaviour: 12
other-theft: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 5
vehicle-crime: 5
drugs: 4
public-order: 4
other-crime: 2
bicycle-theft: 1
burglary: 1
possession-of-weapons: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Biddenham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Biddenham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Biddenham.

- 1 Biddenham Park Way Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4ZE
Conversion of car port to garage.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-11-12
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- Rosemead 57 Day's Lane Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4AE
Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of a self / custom build new two storey dwelling.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-11-11
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- Westrise 20 Bromham Road Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4AF
T1 Oak - Remove deadwood and crown raise over the drive and Bromham Road to 6 metres to ensure no damage to vehicles, Reduce lower canopy over road by 2m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-08-19
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- Ardleen 32 Day's Lane Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4AE
One and two storey front, side and rear extensions and garden outbuilding (development already commenced), including variation of approved plans condition 1 attached to 22/02191/FUL to allow for a red
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-04-26
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- The Woodlands 7 Bromham Road Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4AF
Two storey front, side and rear extensions, including variation of approved plans condition 2 attached to 18/02289/FUL, to allow for simplification of construction.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-02-15
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- Bentley Grange Care Home St James Way Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4UH
Instllation of non-illuminated signage, including 1 built-up sign to wall, 1 ACP sign panel to fence at entrance, 1 stainless steel lettering over entrance canopy,1 flag and flag pole and 1 replacemen
Status: Undecided | Type: Advertising | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-10-31
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- Tettenhall 36 Day's Lane Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4AE
Silver Birch, remove
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-06-07
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- Abbotsbury 52 Main Road Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4BE
Scots Pine (T1) - reduce three larger limbs on the south western side of the tree by up to 25%. to reduce the risk of major limb loss
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bedford | Date: 2023-01-06
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- 133 Deep Spinney Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4QJ
Single storey rear extension following the demolition of existing conservatory and the addition of new side facing windows to ground floor.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Bedford | Date: 2022-12-28
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A brief summary of Biddenham in Bedfordshire

Biddenham covers an area of approximately 182.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Biddenham show an average sale price of £369,947, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Biddenham area recorded 82 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Biddenham has one conservation area within its boundaries: Biddenham. 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 Biddenham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Biddenham Pit SSSI. 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 Biddenham

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Biddenham. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Biddenham maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Biddenham were tree works (7), full planning applications (2), outline applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 14 smaller schemes were submitted.

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