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Planning in Pavenham

Approved
100%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Pavenham in the last 24 months, from Bedford Borough Council's planning register.

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About Pavenham

Pavenham is a quaint village and civil parish located on the banks of the River Great Ouse, approximately 6 miles northwest of Bedford in Bedfordshire. The village boasts essential amenities including St Peter's Church, a pub, a village hall, and sports facilities such as a tennis club, cricket club, and golf club. Pavenham also features a vibrant community with various clubs and societies, including an active Women's Institute, making it a lively location for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 701 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bedford district.

Property prices in Pavenham show an average sale price of £357,130, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Pavenham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Pavenham has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pavenham 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Pavenham, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Pavenham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Pavenham?
In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Pavenham. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Pavenham?
The average planning decision time near Pavenham is 46 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 Pavenham?
The planning approval rate near Pavenham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Pavenham?
The most common type of planning application near Pavenham is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Pavenham?
You can search and track planning applications near Pavenham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.