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Planning in Holywell

Approved
38%
5 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Holywell

Holywell is a quaint hamlet situated within the Central Bedfordshire district of England. Known for its rural charm, the area offers potential opportunities for planning applications that cater to both residential and community developments. Its scenic environment makes it an appealing location for those looking to invest in property or enhance local amenities. It sits within the Central Bedfordshire district.

Property prices in Holywell show an average sale price of £207,575, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Holywell has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Holywell 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Holywell, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Holywell. Of these, 38% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Holywell?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Holywell. The approval rate is 38%.
How long do planning decisions take near Holywell?
The average planning decision time near Holywell is 43 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 Holywell?
The planning approval rate near Holywell is 38%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Holywell?
The most common type of planning application near Holywell is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Holywell?
You can search and track planning applications near Holywell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.