Northill, Bedfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Northill, Bedfordshire.
Bedfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Northill are administered by Central Bedfordshire Council. View the full Central Bedfordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
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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Area Information
- Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
- LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 006G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
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
120 planning applications found near Northill.
- - 53 Ickwell Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AB
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-05-21
View full details - - 21 Ickwell Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AB
Single storey front and side extension with a new side window
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-04-27
View full details - - 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 - - Northill Lower School, Bedford Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AH
Discharge of Conditions 8, 10 and 13 against planning permission CB/24/02537/REG3 (New build hall with servery and storage, to be placed over existing informal play space. Reorganisation and alteratio
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-09-10
View full details - - Northill Lower School, Bedford Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AH
Discharge of Conditions 2, 5, 6 and 17 against planning permission ref: CB/24/02537/REG3 (New build hall with servery and storage, to be placed over existing informal play space. Reorganisation and al
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-08-07
View full details - - Twin Trees, Thorncote Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AG
Demolition of existing respite building and the erection of a single storey equine reception area and rural worker habitable accommodation for a temporary period of 3 years.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-07-29
View full details - - Northill Lower School, Bedford Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AH
Non-material amendment to planning permission CB/24/02537/REG3 (New build hall with servery and storage, to be placed over existing informal play space. Reorganisation and alteration to parts of the e
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-05-23
View full details - - 28 Ickwell Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AB
Erection of a single storey rear extension with lantern rooflight, loft conversion with rear dormer windows and front rooflights, and front porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-02-13
View full details - - Colts Leys, 30 Ickwell Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AB
Erection of a self-build dwelling following demolition of existing dwelling and outbuildings and associated works, including new access.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-01-28
View full details - - 6 Lychfield Close, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9GE
Single storey side and rear extension and infill to porch. Widen existing driveway.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-12-18
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 - - Northill Lower School, Bedford Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AH
New build hall with servery and storage, to be placed over existing informal play space. Reorganisation and alteration to parts of the existing school building with associated landscaping works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-08-29
View full details - - 43 Thorncote Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AG
Listed Building: Replacement timber front porch change existing window to french doors rear elevation minor internal alterations
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-08-15
View full details - - 43 Thorncote Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AG
Replacement timber front porch and new rear french doors replacing rear window
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-08-05
View full details - - Northill Lower School, Bedford Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AH
Erection of single temporary mobile classroom and associated facilities
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Other | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-05-15
View full details - - Watlenest, 45A Thorncote Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AG
Conversion of loft space to create a first floor bedroom.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-04-26
View full details - - 9 Lychfield Close, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9GE
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Construction of a 5m x 3m shed and associated foundations in the garden
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-03-05
View full details - - 27 Ickwell Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AB
Garage side extension, first floor side extension and single storey front & rear extensions with PV panels and internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-01-17
View full details - - Land to the rear 45 - 63 Ickwell Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AB
Discharge of Conditions 2, 9, 10 against planning permission CB/21/02460/FULL Erection of two detached houses. Cond 2 Fire Hydrants, Cond 9 Surface Materials and Cond 10 Refuse Collection Point.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-11-01
View full details - - 27 Ickwell Road, Northill, Biggleswade, SG18 9AB
Garage side extension, first floor side extension and single storey front & rear extensions
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-09-01
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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.
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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Northill. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 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 period of 82 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Northill were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (10), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 31 smaller schemes were submitted.
2 planning appeals were 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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