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Planning in Holwellbury

Approved
100%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Holwellbury in the last 24 months, from Central Bedfordshire Council's planning register.

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Around Holwellbury

Postcode districts

SG5 456 applications in the last 12 monthsSG16 33 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Central Bedfordshire Council

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About Holwellbury

Holwellbury is a settlement located in Bedfordshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Holwellbury 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 Holwellbury 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, Holwellbury 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Holwellbury, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Holwellbury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 103 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (2), listed building and heritage (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Holwellbury?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Holwellbury. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Holwellbury?
The average planning decision time near Holwellbury is 103 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 Holwellbury?
The planning approval rate near Holwellbury is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Holwellbury?
The most common type of planning application near Holwellbury is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Holwellbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Holwellbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.