Westoning, Bedfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Westoning, Bedfordshire.
Bedfordshire · England · settlement
About Westoning
Westoning is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in Bedfordshire, England, just 0.5 miles south of Flitwick. The area is characterized by its scenic surroundings, including the River Flit, which runs behind the local stud farm, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications in residential and agricultural developments.
Population: 2,106 (2021)
District: Central Bedfordshire
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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 017G
Crime Statistics
9 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- anti-social-behaviour: 3
- vehicle-crime: 3
- violent-crime: 2
- public-order: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Westoning.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Westoning.
- 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 Westoning based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Westoning.
- - Land at 47 and 49 Park Road, Westoning, Bedford, MK45 5LA
Erection of five detached dwellings (Use Class C3) with new vehicular & pedestrian accesses
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Central Bedfordshire | Date: 2026-02-10
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A brief summary of Westoning in Bedfordshire
Westoning is a picturesque village and civil parish situated in Bedfordshire, England, just 0.5 miles south of Flitwick. The area is characterized by its scenic surroundings, including the River Flit, which runs behind the local stud farm, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications in residential and agricultural developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,106 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Central Bedfordshire district.
Property prices in Westoning show an average sale price of £338,060, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were 9 crimes reported in the Westoning area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.
Westoning 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 Westoning includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Flitwick Moor SSSI; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns. 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, Westoning 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 Westoning
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Westoning. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 74 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Westoning may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 74 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Westoning were full planning applications (4), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 67% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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