How long do planning decisions take near Little Staughton?

The average planning decision time near Little Staughton is 52 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 Little Staughton?

The planning approval rate near Little Staughton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Little Staughton?

The most common type of planning application near Little Staughton is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Staughton?

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Little Staughton, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Staughton, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Little Staughton are administered by Bedford Borough Council. View the full Bedford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Little Staughton

Little Staughton is a quaint village and civil parish in northern Bedfordshire, notable for its historical context. The parish church, All Saints, stands apart from the current village, reflecting the area’s rich history, including the abandonment of its previous settlement due to a Bubonic plague outbreak. This unique backdrop may be of interest to those researching planning applications in the region.

Population: 478 (2021)

District: Bedford

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Area Information

Admin district: Bedford
Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
LSOA: Bedford 001A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little Staughton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Little Staughton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Little Staughton.

- Land To The Rear Of Ash House High Street Little Staughton Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 2BH
Certificate to confirm existing lawful use as garden land.
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-02-23
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A brief summary of Little Staughton in Bedfordshire

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

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Planning Activity in Little Staughton

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Little Staughton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Little Staughton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Little Staughton were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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