How long do planning decisions take near Renhold?

The average planning decision time near Renhold is 67 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 Renhold?

The planning approval rate near Renhold is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Renhold?

The most common type of planning application near Renhold is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Renhold?

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Renhold, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Renhold, Bedfordshire.

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About Renhold

Renhold is a picturesque village and civil parish situated on the banks of the River Ouse in the Borough of Bedford, Bedfordshire. Located approximately 4 miles east-north-east of Bedford town centre, Renhold had a population of around 1,800 in 2005, with projections indicating growth to 2,320 by 2010. This charming area offers potential opportunities for planning applications, particularly in light of its anticipated population increase.

Population: 3,434 (2021)

District: Bedford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £338,060 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bedford
Parliamentary constituency: Bedford
LSOA: Bedford 007F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Renhold.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Renhold based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Renhold.

- Elmleigh 18 Wilden Road Renhold Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0JP
Erection of a single storey front extension, raising of bungalow roof and installation of dormer windows and roof lights to facilitate loft conversion and associated works including alteration to driv
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-03-09
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- 2 Lady Mayor Drive Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0FH
Installation of an air-source heat pump. Main unit to be mounted to the east-facing wall.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-09-16
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- Teazels Green Lane Renhold Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0LE
Replacement of existing double garage with 1.5 storey garage/store with office/storage over.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bedford | Date: 2024-04-26
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- 67 Church End Renhold Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0LX
21/01910/LBC - Condition 4 Windows and doors (discharge of condiiton)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Renhold in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Renhold show an average sale price of £338,060, 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 Renhold a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Renhold includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Renhold

In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Renhold. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Renhold maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Renhold slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Renhold were outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (4), amendments (4).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were 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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