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Planning in Odell

Only 5 decisions near Odell in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Odell in the last 24 months, from Central Bedfordshire Council's planning register.

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About Odell

Odell is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Borough of Bedford, approximately 7 miles northwest of Bedford town centre. It is nestled near the villages of Harrold, Felmersham, Sharnbrook, and Carlton, making it a charming area for potential development and planning applications in north Bedfordshire. The settlement has a population of approximately 282 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bedford district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Odell 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 Odell a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Odell has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Odell 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Odell, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Odell.

The most common types were tree works (2), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Odell?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Odell.
What types of planning applications are most common near Odell?
The most common type of planning application near Odell is tree works applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Odell?
You can search and track planning applications near Odell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.