Broom, Bedfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Broom, Bedfordshire.
Bedfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Broom are administered by Central Bedfordshire Council. View the full Central Bedfordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Broom
Broom is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Southill in Central Bedfordshire, England. Situated approximately 8.5 miles southeast of Bedford, it offers a unique setting for potential planning applications within a charming rural community.
Population: 579
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 006G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Broom.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Broom.
- 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 Broom based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Broom.
- - 34 The Woodlands, Broom, Biggleswade, SG18 9NH
Demolition of existing conservatory and storage area. Erection of a new rear and side conservatory, single storey side extension with tiled roof to extend over existing side elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-03-11
View full details - - 43 High Street, Broom, Biggleswade, SG18 9NA
Conversion of garage to habitable space, plus infill side extension and first floor rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-03-02
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A brief summary of Broom in Bedfordshire
Broom is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Southill in Central Bedfordshire, England. Situated approximately 8.5 miles southeast of Bedford, it offers a unique setting for potential planning applications within a charming rural community. The settlement has a population of approximately 579. It sits within the Central Bedfordshire district.
Property prices in Broom 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 Broom a particularly low-crime area.
Broom 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, Broom 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 Broom
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Broom. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Broom may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Broom 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.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.