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Dunstable, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Track every planning application and planning permission decision near Dunstable, Bedfordshire. Browse by postcode, view live status and get free email alerts for new developments.

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Planning data sourced from Bedfordshire council planning portal · Statistics based on the last 24 months

About Dunstable - Planning Applications & Local Development

Dunstable, a vibrant market town and civil parish in Bedfordshire, is located east of the Chiltern Hills, approximately 30 miles north of London. As the fourth largest town in the county, it features prominent chalk escarpments, especially visible from the north. Together with Houghton Regis, Dunstable constitutes the westernmost section of the Luton/Dunstable urban area, making it a significant hub for planning applications and development projects in the region. The town has a population of approximately 40,699 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Central Bedfordshire district.

Property prices in Dunstable show an average sale price of £366,500, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dunstable area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Dunstable a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Dunstable has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dunstable 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.dunstable.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Dunstable, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.