How long do planning decisions take near Cardington?

The average planning decision time near Cardington is 22 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 Cardington?

The planning approval rate near Cardington is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Cardington?

The most common type of planning application near Cardington is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Cardington?

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Cardington, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Cardington, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Cardington are administered by Bedford Borough Council. View the full Bedford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Cardington

Cardington is a village and civil parish located within the Borough of Bedford in Bedfordshire, England. Known for its rural charm, the area offers a blend of residential and community developments, making it a relevant location for those researching planning applications and local development opportunities.

Population: 312 (2021)

District: Bedford

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Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Cardington.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Cardington based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Cardington.

- Howards House Church Lane Cardington Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3SR
Change of use from vacant 9 bedroom residential dwelling house to class F1 (provision of education) independent special educational needs School with minor internal alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-30
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- Howards House Church Lane Cardington Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3SR
Change of use from vacant 9 bedroom residential dwelling house to class F1 (provision of education) independent special educational needs School with minor internal alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-30
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- Howards House Church Lane Cardington Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3SR
24/00829/FUL - Condition 5 - Oil Tank (Discharge of Condition)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-23
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- Howards House Church Lane Cardington Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3SR
24/00829/FUL - Condition 3 - Brick Wall and Gates (Discharge of Condition)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-23
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- The Kings Arms The Green Cardington Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3SP
Internal and external refurbishment and Associated Works featuring New Lighting
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-02-03
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- Little House Southill Road Cardington Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3SX
Remove dead Horse Chestnut
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-11-25
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- 325 Church Lane Cardington Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3SR
Yew Tree located to the rear of the property: - Crown raise to clear branches from boundary wall by 1 metre - Clear branches from property by 0.5 to 1 metre, cutting back to viable growth points Yew T
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-07-11
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- Home Farm Cople Road Cardington Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3SN
Section 73 Application: Variation of conditions 1, 3 and 11 (re location of building shown approved plans) attached to planning permission 23/02063/FULWM for the erection of new building for the stora
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-07-10
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- Former DVSA Site Harrowden Lane Harrowden Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3EQ
Outline application with all matters reserved except Access, for residential development for up to 204 dwellings, including vehicular access from Beauvais Avenue, a bus-only link to the south, alterat
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bedford | Date: 2023-11-29
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A brief summary of Cardington in Bedfordshire

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

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

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Cardington. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Cardington.

The average decision time of 22 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Cardington were discharge of conditions (3), amendments (3), listed building and heritage (2).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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