How long do planning decisions take near Renhold?

The average planning decision time near Renhold is 80 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 67%. 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.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Renhold are administered by Bedford Borough Council. View the full Bedford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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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Area Information

Admin district: Bedford
Parliamentary constituency: Bedford
LSOA: Bedford 005D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

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

2 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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- 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

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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Renhold. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 80 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Renhold.

The average decision period of 80 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Renhold were outline applications (4), amendments (4), discharge of conditions (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 1 medium-scale application, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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