How long do planning decisions take near Potton?

The average planning decision time near Potton is 97 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 Potton?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Potton?

The most common type of planning application near Potton is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Potton?

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Potton, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Potton, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

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

About Potton

Potton is a town and civil parish located in Central Bedfordshire, England, approximately 10 miles east of Bedford. With a population of 5,727 recorded in 2021, Potton has a rich history, including the significant impact of the Great Fire in 1783, which devastated much of the town. The 13th-century parish church dedicated to St Mary stands as a historical landmark, while Potton was also known for hosting some of the largest horse fairs in the country, making it a notable area for planning applications related to heritage and community development.

Population: 5,728 (2021)

District: Central Bedfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £400,963 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Potton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Potton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Potton.

- 42 Horslow Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NX
Erection of a detached garage with a new 1.8m fence and gate
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-02-13
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- 27 Market Square, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NP
Discharge of Condition 2 against planning permission ref. CB/19/04256/FULL (Proposed change of use of first floor flat (C3) to mixed use restaurant and hot food takeaway (A3/A5) and internal alteratio
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-04-15
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- Land to the South of 1 Orchard Close, Market Square, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NT
Variation of condition number 12 of planning permission CB/16/02527/FULL (Detached dormer bungalow and single garage) Plans amended
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-12-22
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- 12 Sun Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2LR
Listed Building: Proposed Solar Panels to rear roof area
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-11-13
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- 12 Sun Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2LR
Proposed Solar Panels to the rear roof area
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-11-13
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- 6 Bull Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2NR
Demolition and replacement of existing garage outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-08-23
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- Daimler Benz, King Street, Potton, Sandy, SG19 2QT
Change of use and extension to existing car garage to form new veterinary clinic (Class E).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-05-16
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A brief summary of Potton in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Potton show an average sale price of £400,963, 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 Potton a particularly low-crime area.

Potton 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.

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Planning Activity in Potton

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Potton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 97 days.

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

With an average of 97 days, decisions near Potton take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Potton were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 56% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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