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Planning in Totternhoe

Approved
75%
24 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Totternhoe in the last 24 months, from Central Bedfordshire Council's planning register.

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About Totternhoe

Totternhoe is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Manshead hundred of Bedfordshire, England. Known for its charming rural character, it offers a unique setting for potential planning applications within the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,197 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Central Bedfordshire district.

Property prices in Totternhoe show an average sale price of £366,500, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

The area around Totternhoe has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Totternhoe 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://totternhoe.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Totternhoe, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Totternhoe. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were outline applications (12), full planning applications (10), discharge of conditions (4).

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Totternhoe?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Totternhoe. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Totternhoe?
The average planning decision time near Totternhoe is 70 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 Totternhoe?
The planning approval rate near Totternhoe is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Totternhoe?
The most common type of planning application near Totternhoe is outline applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Totternhoe?
You can search and track planning applications near Totternhoe on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.