How long do planning decisions take near Bourne End (MK44)?

The average planning decision time near Bourne End (MK44) 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 Bourne End (MK44)?

The planning approval rate near Bourne End (MK44) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bourne End (MK44)?

The most common type of planning application near Bourne End (MK44) is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bourne End (MK44)?

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Bourne End (MK44), Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bourne End (MK44), Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Bourne End (MK44) are administered by Bedford Borough Council. View the full Bedford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £636,767 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bedford
Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
LSOA: Bedford 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bourne End (MK44).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Bourne End (MK44).

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 Bourne End (MK44) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Bourne End (MK44).

- Fernleigh Cottage Bourne End Lane Bletsoe Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 1QS
Certificate to confirm that the details submitted do not require planning permission (Two storey rear extension and single storey side extension to existing dwelling)
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-08-17
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A brief summary of Bourne End (MK44) in Bedfordshire

Bourne End (MK44) is a settlement located in Bedfordshire, England.

Property prices in Bourne End (MK44) show an average sale price of £636,767, 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 Bourne End (MK44) a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bourne End (MK44) includes 2 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 Bourne End (MK44)

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Bourne End (MK44). 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 Bourne End (MK44) 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 Bourne End (MK44) were outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application was submitted.

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