How long do planning decisions take near Green End (MK42)?

The average planning decision time near Green End (MK42) 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 Green End (MK42)?

The planning approval rate near Green End (MK42) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Green End (MK42)?

The most common type of planning application near Green End (MK42) is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Green End (MK42)?

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Green End (MK42), Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Green End (MK42), Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Green End (MK42) 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: Mid Bedfordshire
LSOA: Bedford 022C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Green End (MK42).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Green End (MK42).

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 Green End (MK42) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Green End (MK42).

- 28 Ibbett Close Kempston Rural Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 9BU
T1 Ash tree - Reduce stem that hangs over summer house and reduce remainder of tree by 4 metres all around.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-11-25
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- 9 Basen Close Kempston Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 7FG
Loft conversion with front and rear roof lights, front window and second floor side windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-11-19
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- Meadowview House 60 Green End Road Kempston Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 8RJ
Two storey front extension, amendment to roof over existing annexe and change of facing materials.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bedford | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of Green End (MK42) in Bedfordshire

Green End (MK42) is a settlement located in Bedfordshire, England.

Property prices in Green End (MK42) 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 Green End (MK42) a particularly low-crime area.

Green End (MK42) has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kempston. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Green End (MK42) 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.

Planning Activity in Green End (MK42)

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Green End (MK42). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Green End (MK42) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Green End (MK42) were full planning applications (2), outline applications (2), tree works (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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