How long do planning decisions take near Carlton?

The average planning decision time near Carlton is 19 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 Carlton?

The planning approval rate near Carlton is 25%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Carlton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Carlton?

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Carlton, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Carlton, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

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

About Carlton

Carlton is a village located within the civil parish of Carlton and Chellington in Bedfordshire, England. Situated near the River Great Ouse to the north, it is surrounded by several nearby communities, including Chellington, Harrold, Pavenham, Turvey, Lavendon, and Odell. This location presents potential opportunities for planning applications, particularly in relation to residential and environmental development.

District: Carlton and Chellington

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £357,130 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bedford
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Bedfordshire
LSOA: Bedford 020F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Carlton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Carlton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Carlton.

- Glenmore 2 High Street Carlton Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 7JX
T1 - Honeylocust - Crown reduce 2.5-3 metres all around.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-02-04
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A brief summary of Carlton in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Carlton show an average sale price of £357,130, 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 Carlton a particularly low-crime area.

Carlton has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Harrold, Carlton and Chellington. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Carlton 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 Carlton

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Carlton. Of these, 25% were approved, with an average decision time of 19 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 Carlton.

The average decision time of 19 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Carlton were discharge of conditions (3), tree works (1), amendments (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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