How long do planning decisions take near Wootton Broadmead?

The average planning decision time near Wootton Broadmead is 22 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 Wootton Broadmead?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Wootton Broadmead?

The most common type of planning application near Wootton Broadmead is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wootton Broadmead?

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Wootton Broadmead, Bedfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wootton Broadmead, Bedfordshire.

Bedfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Wootton Broadmead 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: £357,130 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bedford
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Bedfordshire
LSOA: Bedford 020B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wootton Broadmead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wootton Broadmead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Wootton Broadmead in Bedfordshire

Wootton Broadmead is a settlement located in Bedfordshire, England.

Property prices in Wootton Broadmead show an average sale price of £357,130, 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 Wootton Broadmead a particularly low-crime area.

Wootton Broadmead has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Stewartby, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Wootton Broadmead

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Wootton Broadmead. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.

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

The average decision time of 22 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wootton Broadmead were discharge of conditions (1).

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