Northill, Bedfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Northill, Bedfordshire.
Bedfordshire · England · settlement
About Northill
Northill is a village and civil parish located in the Central Bedfordshire district of England, approximately 6.5 miles (10 km) southeast of Bedford. This picturesque area is characterized by its rural charm and potential for development, making it a relevant location for those researching planning applications.
Population: 2,389 (2021)
District: Central Bedfordshire
Website: http://www.northillparish.co.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £390,850 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
- LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 006J
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Northill.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Northill.
- 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 Northill based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Northill.
- - Colts Leys, 30 Ickwell Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AB
Demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings and the erection of a replacement self-build dwelling and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-09-18
View full details - - 21 Bedford Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AH
Non-material amendment to planning permission CB/12/00723/FULL (Replacement of existing single storey side addition with one-&-a-half storey side extension; excavation of rear patio, including new ret
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-11-25
View full details - - Plot 14 Land to the rear of 45 to 63 Ickwell Road Northill SG18 9AB
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Extension of rear sun room of 1983mm, extension to rear workshop of 1700mm. Addition of side sun room of 4865mm to a house 20014mm wide.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-03-29
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A brief summary of Northill in Bedfordshire
Northill is a village and civil parish located in the Central Bedfordshire district of England, approximately 6.5 miles (10 km) southeast of Bedford. This picturesque area is characterized by its rural charm and potential for development, making it a relevant location for those researching planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,389 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Central Bedfordshire district.
Property prices in Northill show an average sale price of £390,850, 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 Northill a particularly low-crime area.
Northill 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 Northill includes 9 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Northill planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.northillparish.co.uk/. 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 Northill
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Northill. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Northill.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Northill were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.