How long do planning decisions take near Millbrook?

The average planning decision time near Millbrook is 55 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 Millbrook?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Millbrook?

The most common type of planning application near Millbrook is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Millbrook?

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Millbrook, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Millbrook, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

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

About Millbrook

Millbrook, a quaint village and civil parish near Bedford, England, has a population of 147 as recorded in the 2011 Census. The village is served by Millbrook railway station on the Marston Vale Line, located approximately two miles away. Notably, the parish church, dedicated to St Michael and All Angels, is a Grade II* listed building, highlighting the area’s historical significance and potential for planning developments.

Population: 145 (2021)

District: Central Bedfordshire

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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: Central Bedfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Bedfordshire
LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Millbrook.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Millbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Millbrook.

- Dellfield Farm, Woburn Road, Millbrook, Bedford, MK45 2HY
Prior Approval of change of use from agricultural building to flexible commercial use: Change of use of an Agricultural Building to flexible use (use under Class R) under the Town & Country Planning O
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-03-17
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- Land opposite The Lane & Lombard Street, East of Marston Road, Lidlington, Bedford, MK45 2JQ
Discharge of Condition 5 against planning permission CB/20/04014/VOC (Variation of condition 4 & 19 of planning permission CB/16/05887/OUT (Outline planning application with all matters reserved excep
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-12-10
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- Dellfield Farm, off Woburn Road, Millbrook, MK45 2HY
Single storey side extension to create reception and storage area. Change of use from agriculture, equestrian and dog agility training, to mixed use including agriculture, equestrian and kennels with
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-01-19
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- Land opposite The Lane And Lombard Street, East of Marston Road, Lidlington, Bedford MK45 2JQ
Non-material amendment to planning permission CB/20/02236/RM (Reserved Matters: following Outline application CB/20/04014/VOC (All matters reserved except access for up to 40 residential dwellings) Re
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-04-18
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A brief summary of Millbrook in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Millbrook 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 Millbrook a particularly low-crime area.

Millbrook 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 Millbrook includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cooper's Hill SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Millbrook

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Millbrook. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

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

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Millbrook were discharge of conditions (1), other applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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