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Planning in Renhold

Approved
75%
9 of 12 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Renhold

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,434 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bedford district.

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

The area around Renhold has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Renhold 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 Renhold, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Renhold. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were amendments (4), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Renhold?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Renhold. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Renhold?
The average planning decision time near Renhold is 56 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 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Renhold?
The most common type of planning application near Renhold is amendment applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Renhold?
You can search and track planning applications near Renhold on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.