How long do planning decisions take near Flitton?

The average planning decision time near Flitton is 56 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 Flitton?

The planning approval rate near Flitton is 70%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Flitton?

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

How can I track planning applications near Flitton?

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Flitton, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Flitton, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Flitton are administered by Bedford Borough Council. View the full Bedford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Flitton

Flitton is a picturesque village located within the civil parish of Flitton and Greenfield in Central Bedfordshire. Named after the nearby River Flit, it is distinguished by the De Grey Mausoleum next to St John the Baptist Church. The village features two local pubs, The White Hart and Jolly Coopers, and hosts community events such as the annual Gala and Potato Race, making it a vibrant spot for residents and visitors alike.

District: Flitton and Greenfield

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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: Central Bedfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Bedfordshire
LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Flitton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Flitton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Flitton.

- Land Adj & Rear of 30 Flitton Road, Greenfield
Variation of condition number 2, of planning permission CB/25/00049/FULL (Erection of a self build 4 bedroom chalet bungalow) Variation sought to amend the approved plans referenced OAKPL-34 and OAKPL
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-01-20
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- Land adjacent to and the rear of 30 Flitton Road, Flitton Road, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DU
Discharge of Conditions 3,4 and 5 against planning permission ref. CB/25/00049/FULL (Erection of a self build 4 bedroom chalet bungalow)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-01-20
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- 11 Sand Road, Flitton, Bedford, MK45 5DT
Removal of condition number 3 and variation of condition number 6 of planning permission CB/24/01074/FULL (Part single and two storey front and rear extensions, two storey side extension). Variation s
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-01-05
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- Land at Brooklands Farm, 93C Greenfield Road, Flitton, Bedford, MK45 5DR
Outline Planning Application: Demolition of existing dwelling, smokehouse and ancillary buildings and erection of up to 15 dwellings and associated infrastructure with all matters reserved except acce
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-08-29
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- 11 Sand Road, Flitton, Bedford, MK45 5DT
Variation of condition numbers 6 and removal of condition 3 of planning permission CB/24/01074/FULL (Part single and two storey front and rear extensions, two storey side extension.) Amendments to app
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-08-15
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- 102 Greenfield Road, Flitton, Bedford, MK45 5DR
Garage conversion to habitable space, ancillary use.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-03-28
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- 16 Brook Lane, Flitton, Bedford, MK45 5EJ
Discharge of Conditions 1, 2 and 3 against planning permission CB/23/03774/FULL (Notice of grant of planning permission for replacement of windows to PVC, approved subject to conditions)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-08-21
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- Land adjacent to 30 Flitton Road, Greenfield, Bedford, MK45 5DJ
Outline application: with all matters reserved, except for access, for the erection of a single dwelling.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Flitton in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Flitton 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 Flitton a particularly low-crime area.

Flitton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Flitton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Flitwick Moor SSSI. 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 Flitton

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Flitton. Of these, 70% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 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 Flitton.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Flitton were full planning applications (7), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (6). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.

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