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Planning in Stewartby

Only 7 decisions near Stewartby in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Stewartby

Stewartby is a model village and civil parish in Bedfordshire, designed in the 1920s for the workers of the London Brick Company, following the 'Garden City' principle. The village features a blend of architectural styles, including the neo-Georgian retirement bungalows from the 1950s and 1960s, centered around a community pavilion designed by Professor Sir Albert Richardson. Today, Stewartby also encompasses Kempston Hardwick, making it a unique area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,825 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Bedford district.

Property prices in Stewartby show an average sale price of £357,130, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stewartby 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 Stewartby 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, Stewartby 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Stewartby, 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, 7 planning applications were submitted near Stewartby.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stewartby?
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Stewartby.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stewartby?
The most common type of planning application near Stewartby is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stewartby?
You can search and track planning applications near Stewartby on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.