How long do planning decisions take near Keysoe?

The average planning decision time near Keysoe is 112 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 Keysoe?

The planning approval rate near Keysoe is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Keysoe?

The most common type of planning application near Keysoe is amendment applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Keysoe?

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Keysoe, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Keysoe, Bedfordshire.

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About Keysoe

Keysoe is a village situated within the civil parish of Bolnhurst and Keysoe in Bedford borough, Bedfordshire. Notably, the village features the Church of St Mary the Virgin, a key landmark that reflects its historical significance. This rural community offers a backdrop for potential planning applications, contributing to the development of the area while preserving its heritage.

District: Bedford

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Admin district: Bedford
Parliamentary constituency: Bedford
LSOA: Bedford 012A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Keysoe.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Keysoe based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Keysoe.

- Land Adjacent To National School Cottage Mill Hill Keysoe Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 2HP
Demolition of an outbuilding and garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-01-15
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- Glebe Cottage Wybridge Keysoe Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 2HL
Removal of internal wall
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Bedford | Date: 2023-12-22
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A brief summary of Keysoe in Bedfordshire

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

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Planning Activity in Keysoe

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Keysoe. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 112 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 Keysoe.

With an average of 112 days, decisions near Keysoe 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 Keysoe were amendments (3), full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% 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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