Upper Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upper Gravenhurst, Bedfordshire.
Bedfordshire · England · settlement
About Upper Gravenhurst
Upper Gravenhurst is a charming village located within the civil parish of Gravenhurst, nestled in the Central Bedfordshire district of England. This serene locale offers a picturesque setting that may be of interest to those exploring planning applications and development opportunities in the area.
District: Gravenhurst
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £338,060 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Central Bedfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Mid Bedfordshire
- LSOA: Central Bedfordshire 017A
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Upper Gravenhurst.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upper Gravenhurst.
- 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 Upper Gravenhurst based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Upper Gravenhurst.
- - Hillside Farm, 25 Campton Road, Gravenhurst, Bedford, MK45 4JB
Listed Building: Internal alterations and replacement of windows including new French doors and new window to rear.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-06-12
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A brief summary of Upper Gravenhurst in Bedfordshire
Upper Gravenhurst is a charming village located within the civil parish of Gravenhurst, nestled in the Central Bedfordshire district of England. This serene locale offers a picturesque setting that may be of interest to those exploring planning applications and development opportunities in the area. It sits within the Gravenhurst district.
Property prices in Upper Gravenhurst show an average sale price of £338,060, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Upper Gravenhurst is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Upper Gravenhurst 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.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Upper Gravenhurst includes 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Gravenhurst 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 Upper Gravenhurst
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Upper Gravenhurst. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Upper Gravenhurst may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 61 days on average, decisions near Upper Gravenhurst slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Upper Gravenhurst were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (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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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.