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Planning in Upper Dean

Approved
100%
14 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Upper Dean

Upper Dean is a quaint village situated in the Borough of Bedford, Bedfordshire, England. Known for its picturesque setting, it offers a blend of rural charm and community spirit, making it a notable area for potential planning applications and development opportunities. It sits within the Dean and Shelton district.

Property prices in Upper Dean show an average sale price of £346,669, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Dean 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 Upper Dean, 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, 14 planning applications were submitted near Upper Dean. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Dean?
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Upper Dean. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Dean?
The average planning decision time near Upper Dean is 60 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 Upper Dean?
The planning approval rate near Upper Dean is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Dean?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Dean is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Dean?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Dean on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.