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Planning in Limbury

Approved
79%
90 of 113 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Limbury in the last 24 months, from Luton Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Limbury

Postcode districts

LU3 289 applications in the last 12 monthsLU4 233 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Luton Borough Council

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About Limbury

Limbury is a suburb of Luton located in Bedfordshire, England, that transitioned from a village to a residential area as Luton expanded. The suburb is bordered by Bramingham Road to the north and west, and Marsh Road to the south, with a variety of roads including Catsbrook Road, Runfold Avenue, Grosvenor Road, Bancroft Road, and Blundell Road marking its eastern boundary. This well-defined area may present opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its growth and development within the Luton district.

Property prices in Limbury show an average sale price of £329,550, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Limbury 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 Limbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Limbury has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Limbury 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 Limbury, 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, 127 planning applications were submitted near Limbury. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), discharge of conditions (5), outline applications (3).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Limbury?
In the last 24 months, 127 planning applications were submitted near Limbury. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Limbury?
The average planning decision time near Limbury 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 Limbury?
The planning approval rate near Limbury is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Limbury?
The most common type of planning application near Limbury is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Limbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Limbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.