How long do planning decisions take near Bletsoe?

The average planning decision time near Bletsoe is 54 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 Bletsoe?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bletsoe?

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

How can I track planning applications near Bletsoe?

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Bletsoe, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bletsoe, Bedfordshire.

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About Bletsoe

Bletsoe is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Bedfordshire, England, approximately eight miles north of Bedford along the A6. The village features a small park, the historic site of Bletsoe Castle, and a church, making it a quaint spot for potential development. Surrounding areas include Sharnbrook, Milton Ernest, and Thurleigh, offering a community-oriented atmosphere for planning applications and local projects.

Population: 240 (2021)

District: Bedford

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Area Information

Admin district: Bedford
Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
LSOA: Bedford 004C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bletsoe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bletsoe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Bletsoe.

- Land Adjacet To Coplowe Barn Coplowe Lane Bletsoe Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 1QE
Ash tree - 20% crown reduction
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-12
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- 2 St Marys Close Bletsoe Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 1QB
T1 - Silver Birch (Betula Pendula) - Reduce height by up to (2-3m) and lateral spread on all sides by up to (1-2m), Remove all deadwood over 40mm in diameter and/or 1m in length. G1 - Lawson Cypress (
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-12-11
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A brief summary of Bletsoe in Bedfordshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Bletsoe a particularly low-crime area.

Bletsoe has one conservation area within its boundaries: Bletsoe. 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.

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Planning Activity in Bletsoe

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Bletsoe. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

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

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bletsoe were tree works (2), listed building and heritage (1), amendments (1). 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, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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