How long do planning decisions take near Water End (SG19)?

The average planning decision time near Water End (SG19) is 115 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 Water End (SG19)?

The planning approval rate near Water End (SG19) is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Water End (SG19)?

The most common type of planning application near Water End (SG19) is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Water End (SG19)?

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Water End (SG19), Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Water End (SG19), Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Water End (SG19) are administered by Bedford Borough Council. View the full Bedford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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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: South Cambridgeshire
Parliamentary constituency: St Neots and Mid Cambridgeshire
LSOA: South Cambridgeshire 013C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Water End (SG19).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Water End (SG19).

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 Water End (SG19) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Water End (SG19).

- 90 High Street, Wrestlingworth, Sandy, SG19 2EJ
Siting of a new oil tank and concrete base
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-03-02
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- Land and Buildings to the Rear of 51, High Street, Wrestlingworth, Sandy, SG19 2EP
Variation of condition number 2 of planning permission CB/25/01019/FULL (Demolition of redundant outbuildings and construction of new dwelling with carport and garden store) Variation sought to approv
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-02-27
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- 4 High Street, Wrestlingworth, Sandy, SG19 2EW
Discharge of Condition 4 against planning permission ref. CB/22/03221/FULL (Extension to the front of the property, a larger conservatory to the rear and a porch to the side)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-12-16
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- Land and Buildings to the Rear of 51, High Street, Wrestlingworth, Sandy, SG19 2EP
Demolition of redundant outbuildings and construction of new dwelling with carport and garden store
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2025-03-26
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- Brook Farm, 94 High Street, Wrestlingworth, Sandy, SG19 2EJ
Discharge of Condition 12 against planning permission CB/23/02386/VOC (Variation of condition number 15 of planning permission CB/22/02491/FULL (Erection of 6 dwellings with access road following demo
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-07-15
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- 12 Church Lane, Wrestlingworth, Sandy, SG19 2EU
Demolition of attached garage and creation of a cottage garden and new boundary wall and piers with gates. Construction of a detached double carport with driveway and new access with new railings and
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-07-11
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- 12 Church Lane, Wrestlingworth, Sandy, SG19 2EU
Listed Building: Demolition of attached garage and alterations to ground floor fenestration on northeastern elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2024-07-11
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- 65 High Street, Wrestlingworth, Sandy, SG19 2EN
Single storey side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2023-10-13
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A brief summary of Water End (SG19) in Bedfordshire

Water End (SG19) is a settlement located in Bedfordshire, England.

Property prices in Water End (SG19) 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 Water End (SG19) a particularly low-crime area.

Water End (SG19) 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 Water End (SG19)

In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Water End (SG19). Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 115 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Water End (SG19) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

With an average of 115 days, decisions near Water End (SG19) take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Water End (SG19) were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.

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