Search Melchbourne planning applications
2 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Melchbourne · updated daily · Bedford Borough Council
Only 0 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.
- Woodleys Farm House Knotting Road Melchbourne Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 1AGRefusedPrior notification for change of use from an Agricultural building to a dwellinghouse(s) (Use Class C3) including associated building operations reasonably necessary to convert the building. This is not a planning application because it relates to development that is permitted by Government Regulation. It will not therefore be reported to the Planning Committee but considered by officers under delegated powers. Comments received will be considered but if notification of a decision is not made to the Applicant within 56 days of the date of registration of the proposal, it can proceed. If Officers confirm that the development can proceed, it must be completed within a period of 3 years starting with the prior approval date.Change of Use Class Q Prior NotificationReceived 27 May 2026Decided 22 Jul 202626/00999/CPNQ
- Land Off Knotting Road Hillands Plantation MelchbourneAwaiting decisionNotification under Class BC of The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development etc.) (England) (Amendment) Order 2023 of temporary recreational campsite At: Hillands Plantation, Melchbourne, the proposed temporary camp site that will operate this year between the 19th June and 1st September 2026 at the above location.Prior Notification MiscellaneousReceived 12 May 202626/00907/PRM
Planning in Melchbourne
Only 1 decision near Melchbourne in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Melchbourne in the last 24 months, from Bedford Borough Council's planning register.
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MK44 145 applications in the last 12 months
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About Melchbourne
Melchbourne is a quaint village situated within the civil parish of Melchbourne and Yielden, in the Bedford borough of Bedfordshire, England. It lies strategically between Swineshead to the west and Yelden to the east, making it a notable location for planning applications within the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 120. It sits within the Melchbourne and Yielden district.
Property prices in Melchbourne show an average sale price of £357,130, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Melchbourne 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 Melchbourne a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Melchbourne has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Melchbourne 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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In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Melchbourne.
The most common types were outline applications (1), amendments (1).