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Bedford planning applications
2,000 applications. 76% approved. 55 days to decide.
As of October 2026, PlanIndex holds 2,000 planning applications from Bedford. 825 were decided in the trailing 12 months, with 76% of clear-cut outcomes approved.
Bedford: 1,282 applications received in the last year, 825 decisions published.
Bedford takes a median of 55 days to decide a planning application. See how that compares.
All applications
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26/02071/FUL Awaiting decision
15 Arundel Drive Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 8JF
Rear single storey extension
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26/02064/FUL Awaiting decision
152 Wendover Drive Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 9SR
Demolition of existing rear conservatory. Construction of new single storey rear extension and front porch extension.
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26/02066/FUL Awaiting decision
Basement 102 Midland Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 1QE
Conversion of disused storage area to self-contained flat
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26/02069/FUL Awaiting decision
5 Leven Walk Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7XF
Replacement windows and doors
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26/02070/AGR Awaiting decision
Strawberry Hill Farm Knotting Green Knotting Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 1AA
Agricultural access track and hardstanding.
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26/02057/FUL Awaiting decision
14 College Street Kempston Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 8LU
Detached outbuilding for ground floor flat
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26/02068/FUL Awaiting decision
7 Lynton Grove Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 9RR
Single storey front extension and part single, part two storey side and rear extensions.
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26/02065/FUL Awaiting decision
49 - 51 Commercial Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 1QS
Alterations, conversion and change of use to form 2 ground floor flats.
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26/02054/S73 Awaiting decision
Broadway House 4 - 6 The Broadway Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 2TE
Proposed front elevation steel window replacement and rear elevation timber sash window replacement, including variation of approved plans condition 2 attached to 25/02380/FUL, to allow for white uPVC double-glazed casement windows in place of the approved uPVC sliding sash windows identified as W04 and W05.
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26/02053/FUL Awaiting decision
34 Berry Drive Bromham Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 8QA
Single storey side extension and a single storey rear extension forming a wraparound extension.
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26/02056/FUL Awaiting decision
Land Adjoining 56 Top End Renhold Bedfordshire
Erection of two dwellings and associated garaging and landscaping
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26/02044/M73 Awaiting decision
Parcel 3.2 Village 3 Bedford Road Wixams Bedfordshire
Reserved Matters for 133 residential dwellings on parcel 3.2 including Appearance, Landscaping, Layout and Scale pursuant to Outline application 11/01380/M73 (variation of outline planning permission 99/01645/OUT), including variation approved plans condition 1 and removal of condition 11 attached to 24/02019/MAR, to remove the use class restriction on Block B (Plots 73-80) which requires this building to be used within use class C3(b) only, and to allow for changes to the internal and external layout.
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26/02040/FUL Awaiting decision
The Old Shed 29A Northfield Road Wyboston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3AZ
Proposed Implement and Storage Shed
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26/02050/T5DN Awaiting decision
77A Ravensden Road Renhold Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0JY
1 Ash tree - Situated from garden adjacent to road, Reduce by 4 metres and reduce all major dead wood. due to die back in upper crown and could fall on neighbours drive and highway.
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26/02046/FUL Awaiting decision
Willington Peace Memorial Hall Church Road Willington Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3PU
Single storey side/rear extension to accommodate new toilet block
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26/02036/FUL Awaiting decision
5 Hall Close Harrold Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 7DU
New detached garage
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26/02033/FUL Awaiting decision
46 Phillpotts Avenue Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 3UD
First floor side extension. Hip to gable roof extension. Loft conversion with rear dormer extension.
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26/02035/FUL Awaiting decision
5 Hall Close Harrold Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 7DU
One and two storey front, side and rear extensions and loft conversion
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26/02023/S73 Awaiting decision
43 Day's Lane Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4AE
Single storey front and rear extensions with alterations to existing roof, including variation of approved plans condition 1, attached to 26/01345/S73 (original reference 25/02327/FUL) to allow for to allow for amendments to the design.
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26/02020/FUL Awaiting decision
42 Cotton End Road Wilstead Bedford Bedfordshire MK45 3DB
Conversion of existing double garage into a habitable annex and new single garage proposed at front of site.
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26/02027/FUL Awaiting decision
119 Odell Road Odell Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 7AP
Removal of existing pitched roof to accommodate roof terrace and insertion of French doors at first floor. Boundary wall and gates to replace existing fence
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26/02026/FUL Awaiting decision
Site Of Former 111 Warwick Avenue Bedford Bedfordshire
Erection of a block of 9 dwellings and associated works
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26/02025/FUL Awaiting decision
24 Thor Drive Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0WP
Single storey rear extension
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26/02028/FUL Awaiting decision
11 Harpur Centre Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 1TJ
Partial change of use of a retail unit (Class E) to a cycle store ancillary to residential units at Aecom House (Class C3) including installation of 2no. louvred doors and access ramp on Horne Lane, together with infilling of the existing cavity wall with matching brickwork.
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26/02016/FUL Awaiting decision
78 Neville Crescent Bromham Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 8JQ
Erection of a single-storey side and rear extension following demolition of the existing garage.
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26/02018/TPO Awaiting decision
17 Biddenham Turn Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4AZ
T10 Oak, T15 Silver Birch, T18 Silver Birch - Lift crowns to achieve a minimum height clearance of 2.5 m over the footpath and 5.5 m over the road. Prune away from any street furniture to provide 1 meter clearance.
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26/02010/LBC Awaiting decision
Old Stone House 22 High Street Sharnbrook Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 1PG
Replacement bay window
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26/02024/TPO Awaiting decision
4 Hornbeam Close Podington Wellingborough NN29 7HZ
Sycamore - Trim away from the house and removal of one main stem.
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26/02005/FUL Awaiting decision
129 Midland Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 1DN
External alterations to windows and doors.
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26/02006/FUL Awaiting decision
17 Foster Road Kempston Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 8BT
Partial single rear extension infill to the south, incorporating a partial flat and pitched roof on the existing conservatory.
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26/02000/FUL Awaiting decision
Moor End Farm Moor End Road Radwell Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 7HY
Conversion of existing stone barn (barn A) to residential use (C3), demolition of existing hay barn (barn B), alterations to retained agricultural barn (barn c), together with associated landscaping, biodiversity and drainage works.
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26/01991/FUL Awaiting decision
Northey Farm Barns School Lane Carlton Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 7LG
Partial demolition, conversion and external alterations / extension of Dutch barn to form dwellinghouse
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26/01999/FUL Awaiting decision
167 Castle Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 3RU
Erection of a post-supported canopy over the existing Castle Road frontage seating area, incorporating closable and retractable roof louvres, sliding and removable glazed panels, timber-clad lower panels and an entrance security roller shutter; replacement of existing fixed shopfront glazing on Denmark Street with two vertically opening sash serving windows; and provision of covered refuse storage in the existing bin storage position.
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26/01995/FUL Awaiting decision
Laylocks 8 Gold Street Podington Wellingborough NN29 7HX
Demolition of storage building and erection of single storey side extension
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26/01993/FUL Awaiting decision
3 Duckmill Lane Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 0AX
Change of Use of a B8 storage unit into a one bedroom C3 dwelling.
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26/02001/FUL Awaiting decision
The New Inn 1 Rushden Road Wymington Bedford NN10 9LN
Change of use of public house to a residential dwelling with associated alterations, provision of parking spaces and associated ancillary works
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26/01994/HPN Awaiting decision
170 Hurst Grove Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4DS
Prior notification for single storey rear extension(s) between 3 and 6 metres depth. This is not a planning application because it relates to development that is permitted by Government Regulation. It will not therefore be reported to the Planning Committee but considered by officers under delegated powers. Only objections from adjoining neighbours can be considered.
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26/01990/FUL Awaiting decision
47 Anglia Way Great Denham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4SD
Single storey rear extension to form conservatory
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26/01989/FUL Awaiting decision
Towers Health & Racquets Club Clapham Road Bedford Bedford MK41 6EL
Provision of external spa garden to include a hydro pool, sauna, plunge pools, toilet facilities and plant.
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26/01983/FUL Awaiting decision
15 Swan Road Wixams Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 6BW
Erection of two storey rear extension, internal alterations, garage conversion, loft conversion, 2no small front facing dormers, erection of freestanding open pavilion structure and erection of shed.
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26/01987/FUL Awaiting decision
117 Odell Road Odell Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 7AP
Demolition of existing single-storey rear-facing garden room and erection of smaller, replacement rear-facing garden room in retained position. Replacement of existing external windows and doors. Replacement, like-for-like of existing external render with new insulated lime render system. External landscaping and terracing works.
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26/01984/TPO Awaiting decision
Land Adjacent 226 Ampthill Road Bedford Bedfordshire
T1 - T10 Limes on the Southern compound boundary - Cut back overhanging branches to the boundary.
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26/01985/TPO Awaiting decision
1 Church View Clapham Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 6ES
Tallest Oak sapling - Remove. Hawthorn - Reduce to near the ivy. Prune low growth on remaining trees to clear the road. Hornbeam - Crown lift to 5 meters from garden ground level. Selectively remove some large side stems but retain lowest hedge like growth. Oak - Reduce by 2 meters and prune to shape. Lime - Reduce height by up to 3 meters.
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26/01986/FUL Awaiting decision
42 Springfield Avenue Kempston Bedford Bedfordshire MK42 8JB
Single storey rear extension and single storey side/rear extension.
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26/01982/ADV Awaiting decision
107 High Street Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 1NE
Installation of externally illuminated fascia sign
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26/01980/FUL Awaiting decision
Land Rear Of 35 Bedford Road Great Barford Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3JF
Erection of self-build/custom-build detached dwelling (Bungalow).
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26/01981/S73A Awaiting decision
Struttle End Farm Renhold Road Ravensden Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 2RH
Demolition of existing buildings and change of use of land to self-storage (Use Class B8) and stationing of 110 ISO containers, including new internal access road and gate, woodland planting and associated works, and retention of limited area of hardstanding adjacent to existing storage building (revised scheme following approval ref: 26/00257/S73A) (part development already carried out)
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26/01973/FUL Awaiting decision
16 Biddenham Turn Biddenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 4AT
Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of replacement 2.5 storey detached, 7 bedroom dwelling with the second floor being within the roof void. Associated external works.
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26/01971/FUL Awaiting decision
Doctors Surgery 12 Goldington Road Bedford Bedfordshire MK40 3NE
Extensions, alterations and change of use of part of the existing mixed-use building (Class E and Class C3) to provide 7 additional flats, and modifications to one existing flat from 2 bed to 1 bed, resulting in 10 flats in total (Class C3).
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26/01972/COU Awaiting decision
14 Colchester Way Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 8BG
Change of use of the existing dwellinghouse from Use Class C3 to Use Class C2 residential institution / supported-living accommodation for up to three adult residents.
Recent decisions
Data to October 2026
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26/01321/AOC Refused
Land At 29 Wyatt Road And Garage Blocks Wyatt Road Kempston Bedford
21/02222/FUL - Condition 21 Alternative surface water disposal (discharge of condition)
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26/01839/LDP Decided
125 Village Road Bromham Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 8HU
Certificate to confirm that the details submitted do not require planning permission (New single storey, pitched roofed, side extension)
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26/01743/FUL Refused
20 Spinney Road Chawston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3BW
Single storey rear extension.
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26/01749/FUL Granted
Land At Kimbolton Road Keysoe Bedfordshire
Erection of agricultural barn.
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26/01712/FUL Refused
33 Harrold Priory Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 0SD
Erection of a two-storey and partially single-storey rear extension, a single-storey front extension, garage conversion, internal alterations, and associated external works.
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26/01677/FUL Granted
4 Blackberry Close Great Barford Bedford MK44 3FY
Insertion of 2 additional rooflights to existing 2nd floor and 2 windows to RH (North) elevation
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26/01595/S73A Granted
The Oaks High Street Pavenham Bedford Bedfordshire MK43 7NU
Erection of detached triple garage/outbuilding (development already carried out)
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26/00009/MAF Granted
Lakeside Hospital The Lane Wyboston Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 3AS
Change of Use to a Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) School (Use Class F1 Learning and Non-Residential Institutions) alongside associated works and site alterations.
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26/00531/LDE Decided
Unit 4 And 5 Sadler Court Thurleigh Road Bolnhurst Bedford Bedfordshire MK44 2ET
Certificate of Lawfulness confirming the use of the building as a single planning unit for the assembly, repair, servicing and preparation of mobile freezer units together with associated storage of materials and equipment.
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26/01840/SPNJ Decided
Brewpoint Fairhill Bedford Bedfordshire MK41 7FY
Prior notification for the installation, alteration or replacement on non-domestic properties of (a) micro-generation solar thermal equipment; (b) micro-generation solar PV equipment; or (c) other solar PV equipment on the roof.
The full record
Decisions between 2002 and 2026
PlanIndex holds 1,527 decisions from Bedford between 2002 and 2026, part of 2,000 applications on record. Over that period 81% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals, 708 granted against 162 refused. The busiest single year was 2026, with 1,258 applications recorded.
The trailing-year figures above track current activity. This record reaches back further, so a decision here may predate the online portal; each application still has its own page with the source link.
From the archive
Earliest records shown in full
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02/01955/FUL Granted
47 Caves Lane Bedford MK40 3DW
Erection of pitched roof on existing single storey front extension.
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02/01854/FUL Granted
50 Church Road Willington Bedford MK44 3PU
First floor side extension and single storey rear conservatory extension.
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02/02017/ADV Granted
The Bluebell 115 Putnoe Lane Bedford MK41 8LB
One internally illuminated fascia, one externally illuminated pole mounted hanging sign and five amenity signs.
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02/02010/FUL Granted
Rose Cottage 5 Rushden Road Wymington Rushden Northants NN10 9LN
Single storey front extension.
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02/02009/FUL Granted
Banridge Pavenham Road Felmersham Bedford MK43 7EX
Removal of existing conservatory. Erection of new conservatory, side and rear extensions with rooms in roof space.
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02/01684/FUL Granted
64 Tavistock Street Bedford MK40 2RG
Retention of and alteration to extract duct at rear, new lean-to roof at front, retention of shop front and extension to side and rear.
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02/01823/LBC Granted
75 High Street Riseley Bedford MK44 1DD
Replacement of roof tiles.
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02/01809/FUL Refused
5 Littledale Street Kempston Bedford MK42 8PJ
Two storey rear extension.
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02/02153/AOC Granted
South Wing Hospital Kempston Road Bedford MK42 9DJ
Three storey extension to hospital - discharge of condition 6 of planning permission 02/00575/FUL - materials.
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02/02064/FUL Refused
35 Bedford Road Wootton Bedford MK43 9JU
Two storey side extension and single storey front extension.
Decision speed
12 months to October 2026, where both dates are published
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Within 8 weeks the statutory target for most applications 470 57%
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8 to 13 weeks the target band for major development 194 24%
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Over 13 weeks often extended by agreement 161 20%
Planning agents in Bedford
The firms named as agent on the most applications on this register. Company information only.
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J&J Architectural & Construction Services Ltd 78% granted overall 45
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Legah Architecture LTD 81% granted overall 29
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Apex Tree Specialists LLP 100% granted overall 28
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Campbell Ark Ltd 69% granted overall 26
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Eden Tree Specialists Ltd 98% granted overall 22
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Richard Batchelor Architecture 88% granted overall 20
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Phillips Planning Services Limited 88% granted overall 19
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Domestic Designs Ltd. 86% granted overall 14
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Applications by ward in Bedford
- Biddenham 54
- Brickhill 45
- Bromham 105
- Castle & Newnham 76
- Cauldwell 40
- Clapham & Oakley 57
- De Parys 71
- Goldington 25
- Great Barford 64
- Harpur 70
- Harrold 67
- Kempston Central & East 56
- Kempston North 28
- Kempston South 35
- Kempston West 26
- Kingsbrook 43
- Putnoe 43
- Queens Park 39
- Renhold & Ravensden 61
- Riseley 104
- Sharnbrook 81
- Shortstown 46
- Wixams & Wilstead 95
- Wootton & Kempston Rural 59
- Wyboston 81
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Common questions
How many planning applications does Bedford decide?
In the 12 months to October 2026, Bedford decided 825 planning applications. 76% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
How long does a planning decision take in Bedford?
The median time from a planning application being received to a decision was 55 days over the 12 months to October 2026. Individual cases vary with complexity and consultation responses.
How many Bedford decisions arrive within the eight week target?
Of the 825 decisions in the 12 months to October 2026 where both dates are published, 57% came within eight weeks of the application being received, and 80% within thirteen weeks.
How many planning applications has Bedford decided in total?
PlanIndex holds 1527 decisions from Bedford between 2002 and 2026, out of 2,000 applications on record. Across that whole period 81% of clear-cut outcomes were approvals.
When is planning activity busiest in Bedford?
July 2026 was the busiest month across the 12 months to October 2026, with 196 applications recorded. The monthly pattern is listed on this page.
How do I find a planning application by its reference number?
Every application indexed here has its own page at a stable address. Look the reference up in a search engine together with the council name, or browse the latest applications below. Each page shows the description, address, dates and decision as the council published them.
Where can I see the full documents for an application?
Plans, drawings and officer reports stay on Bedford's own planning portal. Every application page here links straight to the source record.
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Bedford: 2,000 planning applications on record as of October 2026. Trailing 12 months: 825 decided, 76% approved, median 55 days to a decision. 1,282 new applications received in the same period. Decisions on record run between 2002 and 2026: 1,527 in total, 81% approved. Source: PlanIndex, planindex.co.uk.
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