Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire.
Bedfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Marston Moretaine are administered by Bedford Borough Council. View the full Bedford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Marston Moretaine
Marston Moretaine is a village and civil parish situated in the Central Bedfordshire district, positioned along the A421 corridor between Bedford and Milton Keynes. With a population of approximately 4,556 as per the 2011 census, the area is well-connected, featuring Millbrook railway station just a mile away on the Marston Vale Line, making it a notable location for potential planning applications and development projects.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £357,130 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Bedford
- Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
- LSOA: Bedford 002D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Marston Moretaine.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Marston Moretaine.
- 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 Marston Moretaine based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
12 planning applications found near Marston Moretaine.
- - 33 Moat Farm Close, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0AE
Proposed single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - 1 Johnson Close, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0JT
Single storey rear extension and roof lights with a detached garage conversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-03-04
View full details - - 26 Holme Close, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0PT
Demolition of existing garage. Erection of a two-storey side extension with rear rooflight and solar tunnel
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - Unit 4, Moreteyne Retail Park, Bedford Road, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0LA
Retention of an automated teller Machine (ATM)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - Unit 4, Moreteyne Retail Park, Bedford Road, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0LA
Advertisement: 1 internally illuminated surround fascia sign and 1 internally illuminated information fascia panel sign
Status: Permitted | Type: Advertising | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-01-07
View full details - - 50 Gold Furlong, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0EG
Regulation 46 - Locality Risk Assessment
Status: Permitted | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-10-22
View full details - - Old Village School Nursing Home, Bedford Road, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0ND
Variation of condition number 4 of planning permission CB/23/02284/LB (Listed Building: Partial demolition and erection of a two storey link extension to existing care home with associated internal al
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-07-31
View full details - - 4 Deacon Mews, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0AQ
Loft conversion with side hip to gable build-up, rear dormer extension and rooflights to front roofslope
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-01-05
View full details - - 4 Deacon Mews, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0AQ
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Loft conversion with side hip to gable build-up, dormer extension with Juliette balcony to rear roofslope and rooflights to front roofslope.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-11-13
View full details - - 97 Bedford Road, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0LA
Erection of two detached dwelling houses and one double garage building following demolition of outbuildings and construction of access
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-07-21
View full details - - 12 Moat Farm Close, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0AE
Garage conversion
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-05-17
View full details - - 22 Beancroft Road, Marston Moreteyne, Bedford, MK43 0PY
Demolition of existing detached garage. Erection of a new detached garage with first floor home office.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Marston Moretaine in Bedfordshire
Marston Moretaine is a village and civil parish situated in the Central Bedfordshire district, positioned along the A421 corridor between Bedford and Milton Keynes. With a population of approximately 4,556 as per the 2011 census, the area is well-connected, featuring Millbrook railway station just a mile away on the Marston Vale Line, making it a notable location for potential planning applications and development projects.
Property prices in Marston Moretaine show an average sale price of £357,130, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Marston Moretaine a particularly low-crime area.
Marston Moretaine has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Marston Moretaine 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.
Planning Activity in Marston Moretaine
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Marston Moretaine. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Marston Moretaine may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Marston Moretaine slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Marston Moretaine were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 60% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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