How long do planning decisions take near Holme Green?

The average planning decision time near Holme Green 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 Holme Green?

The planning approval rate near Holme Green is 64%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Holme Green?

The most common type of planning application near Holme Green is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Holme Green?

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Holme Green, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Holme Green, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

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

About Holme Green

Holme Green is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Wokingham Without in the Wokingham district of Berkshire, England. This quaint settlement offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a noteworthy area for those exploring planning applications and development opportunities in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 006J

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Holme Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Holme Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Holme Green.

- 2 Lincoln Crescent, Biggleswade, SG18 8HW
New boundary fence 1.95m high adjacent to an existing highway
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-01-27
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- Biggleswade Academy, Mead End, Biggleswade, SG18 8JU
Replacement and installation of new boundary gates and fencing as part of a safeguarding project.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-12-19
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- 6 Windmill View, Biggleswade, SG18 8WP
Single storey side and rear extensions, roof lights and internal alterations
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-07-10
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- 126 Mead End, Biggleswade, SG18 8JX
Single storey front, side and rear extensions with rooflights following removal of garage and conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-03-20
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- 40 Lincoln Crescent, Biggleswade, SG18 8HW
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Removal of existing conservatory to create a single storey rear extension with bi-fold doors and rooflight.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-03-15
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- 183 Holme Court Avenue, Biggleswade, SG18 8PB
Single storey front extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Holme Green in Bedfordshire

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

Holme Green 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 Holme Green

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Holme Green. Of these, 64% 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 Holme Green.

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 Holme Green were full planning applications (9), amendments (4), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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