Tempsford, Bedfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Tempsford, Bedfordshire.
Bedfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Tempsford are administered by Central Bedfordshire Council. View the full Central Bedfordshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Tempsford
Tempsford is a village and civil parish located in the Central Bedfordshire district of England, approximately 7 miles (11 km) east-north-east of Bedford. This quaint area may present opportunities for planning applications related to residential developments, local amenities, and community projects within its charming rural setting.
Population: 603 (2021)
District: Central Bedfordshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £359,709 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
- LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 002B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Tempsford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Tempsford.
- 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 Tempsford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Tempsford.
- - Memorial Hall, Church Street, Tempsford, Sandy, SG19 2AW
Erection of a side extension with roof lights and additional parking
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - 53 Station Road, Tempsford, Sandy, SG19 2AU
Demolition of existing outbuilding and summer house, and erection of replacement outbuilding and garden store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-02-14
View full details - - 65 Station Road, Tempsford, Sandy, SG19 2AX
Listed Building: Demolition of existing garage and erection of timber frame replacement and new close boarded fence.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-01-19
View full details - - 65 Station Road, Tempsford, Sandy, SG19 2AX
Demolition of existing garage and erection of timber frame replacement garage and new close boarded fence
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-01-19
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A brief summary of Tempsford in Bedfordshire
Tempsford is a village and civil parish located in the Central Bedfordshire district of England, approximately 7 miles (11 km) east-north-east of Bedford. This quaint area may present opportunities for planning applications related to residential developments, local amenities, and community projects within its charming rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 603 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Central Bedfordshire district.
Property prices in Tempsford show an average sale price of £359,709, 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 Tempsford a particularly low-crime area.
Tempsford 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tempsford 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.
Planning Activity in Tempsford
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Tempsford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Tempsford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Tempsford were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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