How long do planning decisions take near Wilstead?

The average planning decision time near Wilstead is 41 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 Wilstead?

The planning approval rate near Wilstead is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wilstead?

The most common type of planning application near Wilstead is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wilstead?

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Wilstead, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wilstead, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

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About Wilstead

Wilstead is a civil parish and village located in Bedfordshire, England, approximately five miles south of Bedford town centre and adjacent to the A6 road connecting Bedford and Luton. While the village is commonly referred to as Wilstead, the civil parish retains the name Wilshamstead. As of 2005, the population was estimated at around 2,550, with most residents living in the main village and others in surrounding hamlets and isolated homes, making it a key area for planning applications and local development considerations.

Population: 3,270

District: Wilshamstead

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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 012A

Crime Statistics

24 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 11
anti-social-behaviour: 5
burglary: 3
other-theft: 2
public-order: 2
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wilstead.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Wilstead.

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 Wilstead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Wilstead.

- 1 Church Road Wilstead Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 3HH
Subdivision of site and Change of Use of building 2 to Use Class E
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-04-29
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- Land At Village Farm 85 Cotton End Road Wilstead Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 3DB
24/02231/MAO - Condition 7 - Archaeology (discharge of condition) PARTIAL DISCHARGE IN RESPECT OF THE WRITTEN SCHEME OF INVESTIGATION ONLY.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Land At Village Farm 85 Cotton End Road Wilstead Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 3DB
24/02231/MAO - Condition 9 - Contamination (discharge of condition) PARTIAL DISCHARGE IN RESPECT OF PARTS A AND B ONLY.
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-08
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- Land At Village Farm 85 Cotton End Road Wilstead Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 3DB
24/02231/MAO - Condition 8 - Building Recording Strategy (discharge of condition) PARTIAL DISCHARGE IN RESPECT OF THE WRITTEN SCHEME OF INVESTIGATION ONLY
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-06
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- Land At Village Farm 85 Cotton End Road Wilstead Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 3DB
24/02231/MAO - Condition 10 Arboricultural Method Statement (discharge of condition)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-06
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- Land At Village Farm 85 Cotton End Road Wilstead Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 3DB
24/02231/MAO - Condition 5 Construction Management Plan (discharge of condition)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Bedford | Date: 2026-01-06
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- Land At Village Farm 85 Cotton End Road Wilstead Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 3DB
Reserved matters relating to matters of layout, scale, appearance and landscaping for the erection of 95 dwellings, public open space and play facilities, SUDs features and associated infrastructure p
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-12-24
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- 17 Pollards Close Wilstead Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 3HA
Two storey rear extension, addition of pitched roof to replace flat roof over front porch and partial side.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Bedford | Date: 2025-04-26
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- 18 Bedford Road Wilstead Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 3HW
Change of use from C3 to C2 (Children Home)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Bedford | Date: 2023-07-18
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A brief summary of Wilstead in Bedfordshire

Property prices in Wilstead show an average sale price of £338,060, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Wilstead area recorded 24 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Wilstead 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 Wilstead includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Wilstead

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Wilstead. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

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

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wilstead were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (1), outline applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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