How long do planning decisions take near Tempsford?

The average planning decision time near Tempsford is 45 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near Tempsford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Tempsford?

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Tempsford, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Tempsford, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

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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: £400,963 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: North Bedfordshire
LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

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

1 planning application 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
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A brief summary of Tempsford in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Tempsford show an average sale price of £400,963, 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.

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Planning Activity in Tempsford

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Tempsford. The average decision time was 45 days.

The average decision time of 45 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 (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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