How long do planning decisions take near Maulden?

The average planning decision time near Maulden is 57 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 Maulden?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Maulden?

The most common type of planning application near Maulden is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Maulden?

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Maulden, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Maulden, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Maulden are administered by Central Bedfordshire Council. View the full Central Bedfordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Maulden

Maulden is a charming village and civil parish in Bedfordshire, situated 1.5 miles east of Ampthill and approximately 8 miles south of Bedford. With around 1,250 homes and a population of 3,130 residents, Maulden offers a vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications and developments in the area.

Population: 3,234 (2021)

District: Central Bedfordshire

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Area Information

Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Bedfordshire
LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 016D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Maulden.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Maulden based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Maulden.

- 1 Brownshill, Maulden, Bedford, MK45 2BT
Single storey rear infill extension with alterations from windows to doors
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-02-13
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- 3 Andrews Close, Maulden, Bedford, MK45 2EE
Erection of a single storey rear/side extension, with roof lights
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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- 57 George Street, Maulden, Bedford, MK45 2DD
Erection of a part single and part two storey rear extension, with roof lantern, removal of conservatory, new garage door
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-12-09
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- The George Inn, 6 George Street, Maulden, Bedford, MK45 2DF
Erection of a single storey extension to create store and washroom and erection of a separate 5 bedroom accommodation block.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-06-14
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A brief summary of Maulden in Bedfordshire

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

Maulden 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Maulden includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Maulden Wood and Pennyfather's Hill SSSI, Kings Wood and Glebe Meadows, Houghton Conquest SSSI, Maulden Church Meadow SSSI; 6 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Maulden

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Maulden. 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 Maulden may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Maulden slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Maulden were full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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