How long do planning decisions take near Hatch?

The average planning decision time near Hatch is 94 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 Hatch?

The planning approval rate near Hatch is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hatch?

The most common type of planning application near Hatch is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hatch?

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Hatch, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hatch, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hatch are administered by Central Bedfordshire Council. View the full Central Bedfordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hatch

Hatch is a quaint hamlet located in the Central Bedfordshire district of England. With its rural charm and close-knit community, it presents unique opportunities for planning applications, particularly for developments that complement the area's tranquil atmosphere and natural surroundings.

District: Central Bedfordshire

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Area Information

Admin district: South Cambridgeshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Cambridgeshire
LSOA: South Cambridgeshire 013B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hatch.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hatch based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hatch.

- Plot 2A, Woodside Caravan Park, Thorncote Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG19 1PT
Variation of condition 2 against planning application CB/20/02659/VOC (Variation to condition 2 of Planning Permission CB/11/01301/FULL (Change of use of land comprising of 10 caravans and associated
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-10-14
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A brief summary of Hatch in Bedfordshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hatch a particularly low-crime area.

Hatch 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.

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Planning Activity in Hatch

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Hatch. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 94 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 Hatch.

With an average of 94 days, decisions near Hatch take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Hatch were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 31% 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, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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