How long do planning decisions take near Duck End (MK43)?

The average planning decision time near Duck End (MK43) is 32 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 Duck End (MK43)?

The planning approval rate near Duck End (MK43) is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Duck End (MK43)?

The most common type of planning application near Duck End (MK43) is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Duck End (MK43)?

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Duck End (MK43), Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Duck End (MK43), Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Duck End (MK43) are administered by Bedford Borough Council. View the full Bedford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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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: North Bedfordshire
LSOA: Bedford 002E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Duck End (MK43).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Duck End (MK43).

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 Duck End (MK43) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Duck End (MK43) in Bedfordshire

Duck End (MK43) is a settlement located in Bedfordshire, England.

Property prices in Duck End (MK43) 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 Duck End (MK43) a particularly low-crime area.

Duck End (MK43) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Stevington. 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 Duck End (MK43) 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 Duck End (MK43)

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Duck End (MK43). Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 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 Duck End (MK43).

The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Duck End (MK43) were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

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