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Planning in Clifton

Approved
78%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Clifton in the last 24 months, from Central Bedfordshire Council's planning register.

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Around Clifton

Postcode districts

SG17 58 applications in the last 12 monthsSG16 34 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Central Bedfordshire Council

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About Clifton

Clifton is a quaint village and civil parish located in Bedfordshire, England. It is notable for being the namesake of the original hundred of Clifton, reflecting its historical significance in the area. This charming community offers potential opportunities for planning applications, contributing to the development and growth of the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,402 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Central Bedfordshire district.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Clifton 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Clifton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Clifton. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (4). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Clifton?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Clifton. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Clifton?
The average planning decision time near Clifton is 74 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 Clifton?
The planning approval rate near Clifton is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Clifton?
The most common type of planning application near Clifton is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Clifton?
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