Search Elstow planning applications
37 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Elstow · updated daily · Bedford Borough Council
Only 1 application in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- 6 Melrose Drive Elstow Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 9FHAwaiting decisionSingle storey side extensionReceived 7 Oct 202626/01926/FUL
- The Lodge Wilstead Road Elstow Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 9YDApprovedChange of use of a property from Use Class C2 - care home for adults with a learning difficulty to Use Class C2 - mother and baby support unit.Change of UseReceived 24 Apr 2026Decided 3 Aug 202626/00792/COU
- Medbury Farm Medbury Lane Elstow Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 9YHApprovedPrior notification for change of use from an Agricultural building to a flexible use within Use Classes B2, B8, C1, E or F2(c) or for the provision of agricultural training. This is not a planning application because it relates to development that is permitted by Government Regulation. It will not therefore be reported to the Planning Committee but considered by officers under delegated powers. Comments received will be considered but if notification of a decision is not made to the Applicant within 56 days of the date of registration of the proposal, it can proceed. If Officers confirm that the development can proceed, it must begin within a period of 3 years starting with the prior approval date.Change of Use Class R Prior NotificationReceived 6 Jun 2025Decided 23 Jul 202525/01107/CPNR
- 13 Dorchester Way Elstow Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 9FFApproved23/00016/FUL - Non-Material Minor Amendment to gable detail to front elevation and quoin details to cornerNon Material Amendment DeterminedReceived 17 Mar 2025Decided 7 Apr 202525/00562/NMA
- Medbury Farm Medbury Lane Elstow Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 9YHAwaiting decisionPrior notification for change of use from an Agricultural building to a flexible use within Use Classes B8, C1 or E. This is not a planning application because it relates to development that is permitted by Government Regulation. It will not therefore be reported to the Planning Committee but considered by officers under delegated powers. Comments received will be considered but if notification of a decision is not made to the Applicant within 56 days of the date of registration of the proposal, it can proceed. If Officers confirm that the development can proceed, it must begin within a period of 3 years starting with the prior approval date.Change of Use Class R Prior NotificationReceived 14 Mar 202525/00538/CPNR
Planning in Elstow
Only 3 decisions near Elstow in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Elstow in the last 24 months, from Bedford Borough Council's planning register.
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Around Elstow
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MK42 96 applications in the last 12 months
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About Elstow
Elstow is a quaint village and civil parish located within the Borough of Bedford, Bedfordshire, just 2 miles south of Bedford town centre. This charming area combines historical significance with residential development, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,986 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bedford district.
Property prices in Elstow show an average sale price of £357,130, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Elstow 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 Elstow a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Elstow 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 http://www.elstow.ik.com/.
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To comment on or object to a planning application near Elstow, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Elstow.
The most common types were amendments (5).