How long do planning decisions take near Sutton?

The average planning decision time near Sutton is 68 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 Sutton?

The planning approval rate near Sutton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sutton?

The most common type of planning application near Sutton is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sutton?

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Sutton, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sutton, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

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About Sutton

Sutton is a picturesque rural village and civil parish located in the Central Bedfordshire district, approximately 11 miles east of Bedford. With a population of 299 as recorded in the 2001 Census, the village is noted for its historical landmarks, including a charming packhorse bridge over Potton Brook, a nearby ford, and the Grade I listed All Saints' Parish Church. These features may influence planning applications in the area, particularly regarding heritage and conservation considerations.

Population: 296 (2021)

District: Central Bedfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £449,868 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 002C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sutton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sutton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Sutton.

- 32 High Street, Sutton, Sandy, SG19 2NE
Installation of an air source heat pump to the front of the property
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-07-26
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- 17 Village Farm Cottage, High Street, Sutton, Sandy, SG19 2NE
Variation of condition number 4 of planning permission CB/21/00908/FULL (Two storey side/front extension abutting the existing listed farmhouse and internal alterations. Insertion of two windows in fr
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-03-21
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- Land south of the High Street, Sutton, SG19 2NF
Discharge of Condition(s) 2 and 3 (Condition 2 (Existing hedgerows), Condition 3 (Crossing points).) against planning permission CB/22/04296/RM (Reserved Matters: Following Outline Application CB/20/0
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-10-18
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- 15 Village Farm Cottage, High Street, Sutton, Sandy, SG19 2NE
Single storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-03-24
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A brief summary of Sutton in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Sutton show an average sale price of £449,868, 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 Sutton a particularly low-crime area.

Sutton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

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Planning Activity in Sutton

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Sutton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sutton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Sutton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Sutton were full planning applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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