How long do planning decisions take near Bougton End?

The average planning decision time near Bougton End is 56 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 Bougton End?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bougton End?

The most common type of planning application near Bougton End is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bougton End?

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Bougton End, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bougton End, Bedfordshire.

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About Bougton End

Lidlington is a quaint village and civil parish located in Central Bedfordshire, England, nestled within the scenic Marston Vale and surrounded by expansive farmland. The parish also includes the hamlets of Boughton End and Thrupp End, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications and rural developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £338,060 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bedford
Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
LSOA: Bedford 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bougton End.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bougton End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Bougton End.

- Boughton End Farm, Boughton End, Lidlington, Bedford, MK43 0QU
Variation of Condition 6: To state that this condition related only to any work on the actual existing buildings and not relate to work to the foundations of the new build.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2016-04-27
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- Flying Horse Cottage, Ampthill Road, Lidlington, Bedford, MK43 0QX
Change of Use: Highway to garden land & septic tank sited to side of property (below ground)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2013-10-29
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- Flying Horse Cottage, Ampthill Road, Lidlington, Bedford, MK43 0QX
Change of use from highway to residential gardens
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2013-08-12
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- Boughton End Farm, Boughton End, Lidlington, Bedford, MK43 0QU
Conversion of existing barns into 5 residential units with ancillary works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2013-03-11
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A brief summary of Bougton End in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Bougton End show an average sale price of £338,060, 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 Bougton End a particularly low-crime area.

Bougton End 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 Bougton End includes 3 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 Bougton End

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Bougton End. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

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

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Bougton End were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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