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Planning in Round Green

Approved
77%
159 of 202 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Round Green

Postcode districts

LU2 355 applications in the last 12 monthsLU3 289 applications in the last 12 monthsLU1 293 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Luton Borough Council

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About Round Green

Round Green is a vibrant suburb located just over a mile northeast of Luton town centre, within the Borough of Luton in Bedfordshire. It is bordered by Bradgers Hill to the north and is flanked by People's Park, Richmond Hill, and Turners Road South to the south, while Wardown Crescent and Elmwood Crescent define its western boundary, and Vauxhall Way lies to the east. This area, with its diverse residential and recreational offerings, presents a range of planning opportunities for development.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Round Green area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Round Green 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 Round Green, 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, 249 planning applications were submitted near Round Green. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (54), discharge of conditions (28), outline applications (20). 9 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

18 planning appeals were lodged, of which 6 were allowed and 12 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Round Green?
In the last 24 months, 249 planning applications were submitted near Round Green. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Round Green?
The average planning decision time near Round Green is 74 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 Round Green?
The planning approval rate near Round Green is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Round Green?
The most common type of planning application near Round Green is full planning applications, with 54 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Round Green?
You can search and track planning applications near Round Green on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.