Biggleswade, Bedfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Biggleswade, Bedfordshire.
Bedfordshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Biggleswade are administered by Central Bedfordshire Council. View the full Central Bedfordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Biggleswade
Biggleswade is a vibrant market town and civil parish located in Central Bedfordshire, England, situated along the River Ivel and approximately 11 miles southeast of Bedford. With a population that grew significantly from 16,551 in 2011 to 22,541 in 2021, the town is experiencing notable development, making it a key area for potential planning applications and urban development projects.
Population: 22,541 (2021)
District: Central Bedfordshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £401,839 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
- LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 004D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Biggleswade.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Biggleswade.
- 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 Biggleswade based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
21 planning applications found near Biggleswade.
- - 2 The Avenue, Biggleswade, SG18 0PS
Two storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - - 105 London Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8EE
Non-material amendment to planning permission CB/25/02202/FULL (Erection of a two-storey rear extension, with Juliet balcony, and garage being retained as log store) Amendment sought: Correction in si
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - 4 Auckland Road, Biggleswade, SG18 0DR
Erection of a two storey and single storey rear extension, and front porch, with rooflight. Insertion of first floor side window and external alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - 20-22 High Street, Biggleswade, SG18 0JL
Conversion of the first floor offices (Use Class Ec) to, 2 residential flats (Use Class 3a), with the creation of a cycle store to part of the ground floor. Elevational alterations including replaceme
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-12-17
View full details - - Symmetry Park, Biggleswade Phase 3 ( formerly known as Land at Springfield Bungalow and Stratton Farm Cottages, London Road and Land to the south of Stratton Business Park, Gold Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8UZ
Non-material amendment to planning permission CB/24/01734/VOC (Variation of condition numbers 5, 10, 11, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38 and 39 of planning permission CB/22/04252/FULL (Application
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-11-19
View full details - - Symmetry Park, Biggleswade Phase 3 formerly known as Land at Springfield Bungalow and Stratton Farm Cottages, London Road and Land to the south of Stratton Business Park, Gold Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8UZ
Non-Material Amendment to Planning Permission CB/24/01734/VOC (Variation of condition numbers 5, 10, 11, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38 and 39 of planning permission CB/22/04252/FULL (Application
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - 124 Drove Road, Biggleswade, SG18 0HN
Discharge of Condition 2 against planning permission ref. CB/23/03337/FULL (Two storey side extension with first floor rear Juliet balcony and alterations to existing fenestration)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-06-09
View full details - - 3 Broadmead, Biggleswade, SG18 8LF
Demolition of existing conservatory, single storey rear infill extension, associated alterations, and roof light.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-05-02
View full details - - The Yorkshire Grey, 140 London Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8EL
New timber posts, planters & festoon lights to front & rear terrace areas
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Land To The North Of Dunton Lane, Dunton Lane, Biggleswade
Discharge of Condition 4 against planning permission CB/21/05161/FULL (Erection of a Substation 400/132/33/11kV. Construction of a new access road, landscaping bunds and all ancillary works)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Land at Springfield Bungalow and Stratton Farm Cottages, London Road and Land to the South of Stratton Business Park, Gold Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8UZ
Discharge of Condition 5 against planning permission ref. CB/24/01734/VOC (Application seeking full planning permission for the demolition of 3 existing dwellings and the construction of B8 units, tog
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-02-03
View full details - - Land at Springfield Bungalow and Stratton Farm Cottages, London Road and Land to the south of Stratton Business Park, Gold Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8UZ
Non-material amendment to planning permission CB/24/01734//VOC (Application seeking full planning permission for the demolition of 3 existing dwellings and the construction of B8 units, together with
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-02-03
View full details - - Land at Springfield Bungalow, and Stratton Farm Cottages, London Road, and Land to south of Stratton Business Park, Gold Road, Biggleswade, SG18 9UZ
Discharge of Conditions 4 and 7 against planning permission ref. CB/24/01734/VOC (Variation of condition numbers 5, 10, 11, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29, 30, 38 and 39 of planning permission CB/22/04252
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-10-30
View full details - - 77 London Road, Biggleswade, SG18 8EE
Prior Notification of Householder Extension: Single storey rear extension, 5.47m beyond the rear wall of the original dwelling,maximum height of 3.00m & 3.00m to the eaves.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-10-11
View full details - - 29A Lindsell Crescent, Biggleswade, SG18 0DL
Retrospective Planning Permission for an existing rear canopy / timber structure.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-10-02
View full details - - Lawnside Lower School, Lawnside, Biggleswade, SG18 0LX
Discharge of Condition 5 against planning permission CB/24/00846/REG3 (Removal of existing temporary unit, (2 classrooms) and installation of two temporary units, (4 classrooms) and toilets with assoc
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-08-09
View full details - - 27 Playfield Close, Biggleswade, SG18 8JL
Conversion of existing garage to create a single storey rear and side extension with roof lights
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-06-07
View full details - - 37 Hitchmead Road, Biggleswade, SG18 0NH
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Proposed garage conversion, associated internal alterations and proposed sliding doors off of the existing dining room.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-05-15
View full details - - Warehouse, Bonds Lane, Biggleswade, SG18 8AY
Variation of condition 4 of planning permission CB/23/00405/FULL (Change of use from storage (B8 use) to two offices (use class E).) Variation sought to previously approved plans.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-03-20
View full details - - 4 The Grove, Biggleswade, SG18 8JW
Single storey front extension and rear glass canopy/veranda
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-11-24
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A brief summary of Biggleswade in Bedfordshire
Biggleswade is a vibrant market town and civil parish located in Central Bedfordshire, England, situated along the River Ivel and approximately 11 miles southeast of Bedford. With a population that grew significantly from 16,551 in 2011 to 22,541 in 2021, the town is experiencing notable development, making it a key area for potential planning applications and urban development projects. The Town has a population of approximately 22,541 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Central Bedfordshire district.
Property prices in Biggleswade show an average sale price of £401,839, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Biggleswade a particularly low-crime area.
Biggleswade 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Biggleswade 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.
Planning Activity in Biggleswade
In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Biggleswade. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 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 Biggleswade.
At 64 days on average, decisions near Biggleswade slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Biggleswade were full planning applications (24), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (5). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 20 applications
- Refused: 1 application
- Withdrawn: 5 applications
- Awaiting decision: 16 applications
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