How long do planning decisions take near Chawston?

The average planning decision time near Chawston is 85 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 Chawston?

The planning approval rate near Chawston is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chawston?

The most common type of planning application near Chawston is amendment applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chawston?

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Chawston, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chawston, Bedfordshire.

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About Chawston

Chawston is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Wyboston, Chawston and Colesden, in the Borough of Bedford, Bedfordshire. This charming area presents opportunities for planning applications, particularly for those looking to develop or enhance local properties within its serene environment.

District: Wyboston, Chawston and Colesden

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £338,060 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 004D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chawston.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chawston based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Chawston.

- Spinney View Farm Chawston Lane Chawston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3BH
Change of Use to storage and distribution (use class B8) including laying of hard standing and access roads.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-30
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- Lakeside Hospital The Lane Wyboston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3AS
Change of Use to a Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) School (Use Class F1 Learning and Non-Residential Institutions) alongside associated works and site alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Top Farm The Lane Wyboston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3AS
Certificate to confim the existing swimming pool and outbuilding did not require planning permission
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-05-29
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- Top Farm The Lane Wyboston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3AS
Erection of garage (development already commenced)
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-05-29
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- Top Farm The Lane Wyboston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3AS
installation of a swimming pool and erection of outbuilding (development already carried out)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-05-29
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- Blue Bell Nurseries 10 Blue Bell Cottages Roxton Road Chawston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3BL
Use of land for the keeping of private horses, erection of barn/stables and construction of riding arena
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bedford | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Chawston in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Chawston show an average sale price of £338,060, 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 Chawston a particularly low-crime area.

Chawston has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Roxton, No data available for publication by HE. 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.

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Planning Activity in Chawston

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Chawston. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 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 Chawston.

The average decision period of 85 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Chawston were amendments (7), full planning applications (1), tree works (1).

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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