Campton, Bedfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Campton, Bedfordshire.
Bedfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Campton are administered by Bedford Borough Council. View the full Bedford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Campton
Campton is a charming village located within the civil parish of Campton and Chicksands in Central Bedfordshire, England. Situated approximately 9 miles south of Bedford and northwest of Letchworth, it lies on a tributary of the River Ivel, just west of Shefford. The village's historical character is highlighted by the 13th-century Church of All Saints, which stands at its heart, making it a notable landmark for planning applications and developments in the area.
District: Campton and Chicksands
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £408,800 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Hitchin
- LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 011C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Campton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Campton.
- 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 Campton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
68 planning applications found near Campton.
- - 9 Wynchwood Lane, Shefford, SG17 5XJ
Two storey side extension and a single storey front and side extension with roof lights
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-02-11
View full details - - Shefford Lower School, School Lane, Shefford, SG17 5XA
Variation of condition number 10 of planning permission CB/24/00564/REG3 (Erection of a modular building for additional SEND provisional use, including classrooms with circulation and sensory space, w
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-09-24
View full details - - 79 Ampthill Road, Shefford, SG17 5AZ
Demolition of the existing side garage and rear extension and the construction of a single storey side/rear annexe extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-03-28
View full details - - 75 Ampthill Road, Shefford, SG17 5AZ
Construction of vehicular driveway to front of dwelling along with associated highway crossover and dropped kerb
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-01-02
View full details - - 6 Bloomfield Drive, Shefford, SG17 5BU
Garage conversion and extension with ground floor extension rooflights and internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-10-17
View full details - - 62 Ampthill Road, Shefford, SG17 5BB
Erection of a 1.5 storey, 1 one bedroom dwelling with parking and garden. Demolition of existing garage.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-09-09
View full details - - 33 Ampthill Road, Shefford, SG17 5BD
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-04-22
View full details - - 3 Ampthill Road, Shefford, SG17 5BD
Conversion of garage to an annex with rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-04-16
View full details - - Shefford Lower School, School Lane, Shefford, SG17 5XA
Erection of a modular building for additional SEN provisional use, including classrooms with circulation and sensory space, with necessary welfare facilities, toilets and staff room
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-02-28
View full details - - 93A Ampthill Road, Shefford, SG17 5AZ
Single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-08-15
View full details - - 2 Wynchwood Lane, Shefford, SG17 5XJ
Erection of a two storey rear and side extension, raising of roof to facilitate loft conversion, installation of front dormers and rooflights and alterations to rear facade fenestration
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-06-28
View full details - - 60 Ampthill Road, Shefford, SG17 5BB
Proposed demolition of existing store and WC, and replacing with utility and wet room. New roof to extend over garage, replacing old roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-04-04
View full details - - 22 Ampthill Road, Shefford, SG17 5BD
Proposed loft conversion including replacement roof with raised ridge and front and rear dormers, replacement detached garage/store, and single storey rear extension, conservatory to be demolished.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2022-10-06
View full details - - 19 George Street, Shefford, SG17 5BS
Conversion of existing garage into habitable place.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2022-03-17
View full details - - 26 George Street, Shefford, SG17 5BS
Erection of a two storey side and rear pitched roof extension following demolition of existing outbuilding to the side and rear of the property
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2021-11-24
View full details - - 5 Bloomfield Drive, Shefford, SG17 5BU
Variation (or removal) of condition number of planning permission CB/21/01132/FULL (Two storey rear extension and single storey front extension with bay window and open porch) render and paint the pro
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2021-10-28
View full details - - 5 Bloomfield Drive, Shefford, SG17 5BU
Non-material amendment to planning permission CB/21/01132/FULL- Two storey rear extension and single storey front extension with bay window and porch. Amendment sought from brickwork to render.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2021-08-27
View full details - - 26 George Street, Shefford, SG17 5BS
Demolition of existing outbuilding to side/ rear of the property, and erection of a pitched roof side/rear single storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2021-08-13
View full details - - 21 George Street, Shefford, SG17 5BS
Erection of a two-storey / part single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2021-05-04
View full details - - 5 Bloomfield Drive, Shefford, SG17 5BU
Two storey rear extension and single storey front extension with bay window and open porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2021-03-12
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A brief summary of Campton in Bedfordshire
Campton is a charming village located within the civil parish of Campton and Chicksands in Central Bedfordshire, England. Situated approximately 9 miles south of Bedford and northwest of Letchworth, it lies on a tributary of the River Ivel, just west of Shefford. The village's historical character is highlighted by the 13th-century Church of All Saints, which stands at its heart, making it a notable landmark for planning applications and developments in the area. It sits within the Campton and Chicksands district.
Property prices in Campton show an average sale price of £408,800, 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 Campton a particularly low-crime area.
Campton 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 Campton 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Campton 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 Campton
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Campton. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Campton maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 61 days on average, decisions near Campton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Campton were full planning applications (11), discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 48% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 3 were dismissed (25% success rate).
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