1 Oak Drive, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EQ Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/00762/FULL - Full Application
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Proposal
Demolition of outbuilding, two storey side & front porch extension, new windows and doors throughout, reinstate garage, new fence and hedge to boundary Data via plota.co.uk
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9 Mar 2026
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Validated
23 Mar 2026
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Approved
18 May 2026
Approved on 18 May 2026 · Last checked 12 Oct 2026
Associated applications 2
- Demolition of outbuilding, two storey side & front porch extension, new windows and doors throughout, reinstate garage, new…
Site constraints 3
Habitat network: Network Enhancement Zone 2
Where habitat is joined up enough to work as a network. Context, not a constraint on its own.
Also on the record
Inside the Flitton built-up area; Natural England's Provisional ALC map (1:250,000, 1970s) had this area as grade 2, but it predates the buildings here and the current map does not class it as farmland.
Not affected
Outside flood zones 2 and 3 · Not green belt · No scheduled monument at the site
Checked on 6 October 2026. Historic England, the Environment Agency, Natural England and council datasets, Open Government Licence. A boundary can run through a site and the council holds the definitive record: confirm with the council before relying on this.
Sales history 3
Last sold for £652,000 in December 2025. Detached house, freehold.
12 December 2025£652,000
21 December 2000£205,000
26 January 1996£141,000New build
Sale prices from HM Land Registry's price paid record, matched to this application by its address.
Building
Floor area147 m² (1,582 sq ft)
Energy ratingD (68 out of 100), could reach C
PropertyDetached house, 1 habitable room
Built1991 to 1995
HeatingBoiler and radiators, mains gas
WallsCavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed)
From the energy performance certificate lodged in September 2025, the latest held for this property, matched to this application by its address. The building may have changed since. View the certificate
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Important details
- Council
- Central Bedfordshire
- Application type
- Full Application
- Postcode
- MK45 5EQ
- Received
- 9 Mar 2026
- Validated
- 23 Mar 2026
- Parish
- Pulloxhill
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 18 May 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting: The application site is a two storey detached dwelling located along Oak Drive in Pulloxhill. The proposal consists of the erection of a two storey side extension, a front porch extension, new windows and doors throughout, reinstate use of the garage, new fence and hedge to boundary. The proposal includes the demolition of the outbuilding, which had been carried out at the time of determination of this application. Pulloxhill Parish Council were consulted on the application and had no concerns but noted that the property is the first when entering the estate and its location is close to the main road. The Parish Council considered it was important this addition would not appear overpowering or out of character with other nearby dwellings. Oak Drive is characterised by properties of varying designs and scales, with existing examples of two storey side and front porch extensions. The proposed two-storey side extension would have a width of approximately 4.2 metres, and would be highly visible within the street scene. It is considered that the side extension is large in width, however it would be less that half the width of the original dwelling, which is 9.4 metres. The dwelling opposite the application site, No.2 Oak Drive, sites a similar two storey side extension to the proposal. The proposed side extension would be set back from the front elevation and be set down from the existing roof ridge. The proposed extension would appear subservient to the original dwelling, in accordance with the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide. The reinstatement of the garage would be supported and the proposed front porch would be a modest extension. The fenestration alterations and boundary treatment would appear to be in keeping with the surrounding area. Overall, the proposal would not be deemed to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area. In terms of neighbouring amenity, the proposed side extension would be sufficiently separated and/or screened from neighbouring dwellings. As such, the proposal would not result in any detrimental loss of light, loss of privacy or overbearing impact to any neighbouring dwelling. The proposal would reduce the number of bedrooms at the site through the reinstatement of the garage, and would increase the number of off-street parking spaces. The application site benefits from a large driveway, and in accordance with the Parking Standards SPD, the development would be unlikely to result in an impact to the public highway. The Council's Tree Officer was consulted and had no objections to the proposed changes, as the trees and hedges have been previously approved for removal. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received. The proposal on balance is considered to be in accordance with Policies HQ1, T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Policy D1 of the Flitton, Greenfield and Pulloxhill Neighbourhood Plan, Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, Parking Standards for New Developments SPD and Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).Reasons for Granting: The application site is a two storey detached dwelling located along Oak Drive in Pulloxhill. The proposal consists of the erection of a two storey side extension, a front porch extension, new windows and doors throughout, reinstate use of the garage, new fence and hedge to boundary. The proposal includes the demolition of the outbuilding, which had been carried out at the time of determination of this application. Pulloxhill Parish Council were consulted on the application and had no concerns but noted that the property is the first when entering the estate and its location is close to the main road. The Parish Council considered it was important this addition would not appear overpowering or out of character with other nearby dwellings. Oak Drive is characterised by properties of varying designs and scales, with existing examples of two storey side and front porch extensions. The proposed two-storey side extension would have a width of approximately 4.2 metres, and would be highly visible within the street scene. It is considered that the side extension is large in width, however it would be less that half the width of the original dwelling, which is 9.4 metres. The dwelling opposite the application site, No.2 Oak Drive, sites a similar two storey side extension to the proposal. The proposed side extension would be set back from the front elevation and be set down from the existing roof ridge. The proposed extension would appear subservient to the original dwelling, in accordance with the Central Bedfordshire Design Guide. The reinstatement of the garage would be supported and the proposed front porch would be a modest extension. The fenestration alterations and boundary treatment would appear to be in keeping with the surrounding area. Overall, the proposal would not be deemed to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the area. In terms of neighbouring amenity, the proposed side extension would be sufficiently separated and/or screened from neighbouring dwellings. As such, the proposal would not result in any detrimental loss of light, loss of privacy or overbearing impact to any neighbouring dwelling. The proposal would reduce the number of bedrooms at the site through the reinstatement of the garage, and would increase the number of off-street parking spaces. The application site benefits from a large driveway, and in accordance with the Parking Standards SPD, the development would be unlikely to result in an impact to the public highway. The Council's Tree Officer was consulted and had no objections to the proposed changes, as the trees and hedges have been previously approved for removal. The application was subject to public consultation and no representations were received. The proposal on balance is considered to be in accordance with Policies HQ1, T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan, Policy D1 of the Flitton, Greenfield and Pulloxhill Neighbourhood Plan, Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide, Parking Standards for New Developments SPD and Section 12 of the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). 2 )Based on information submitted there are no known issues raised in the context of Human Rights / The Equalities Act 2010 and as such there would be no relevant implications.Based on information submitted there are no known issues raised in the context of Human Rights / The Equalities Act 2010 and as such there would be no relevant implications. 3 )For information on how to apply for the relocation of the street light, the applicant is advised to contact Central Bedfordshire Council's Highway Help Desk on 0300 300 8049.For information on how to apply for the relocation of the street light, the applicant is advised to contact Central Bedfordshire Council's Highway Help Desk on 0300 300 8049. 4 )GDP Policy Informative Central Beds Local Plan In accordance with Article 35 (1) of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015, the reason for any condition above relates to the Policies as referred to in the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF).GDP Policy Informative Central Beds Local Plan In accordance with Article 35 (1) of the Town and Country Planning (Development Management Procedure) (England) Order 2015, the reason for any condition above relates to the Policies as referred to in the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the National Planning Policy Framework (NPPF). 5 )This permission relates only to that required under the Town & Country Planning Acts and does not include any consent or approval under any other enactment or under the Building Regulations. Any other consent or approval which is necessary must be obtained from the appropriate authority.This permission relates only to that required under the Town & Country Planning Acts and does not include any consent or approval under any other enactment or under the Building Regulations. Any other consent or approval which is necessary must be obtained from the appropriate authority. 6 )Will a new extension affect your Council Tax Charge? The rate of Council Tax you pay depends on which valuation band your home is placed in. This is determined by the market value of your home as at 1 April 1991. Your property's Council Tax band may change if the property is extended.�The Council Tax band will only change when a relevant transaction takes place. For example, if you sell your property after extending it, the new owner may have to pay a higher band of Council Tax. If however you add an annexe to your property, the Valuation Office Agency may decide that the annexe should be banded separately for Council Tax.� If this happens, you will have to start paying Council Tax for the annexe as soon as it is completed. If the annexe is occupied by a relative of the residents of the main dwelling, it may qualify for a Council Tax discount or exemption.�Contact the Council for advice on 0300 300 8306. The website link is: http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/council-tax/bands/find.aspxWill a new extension affect your Council Tax Charge? The rate of Council Tax you pay depends on which valuation band your home is placed in. This is determined by the market value of your home as at 1 April 1991. Your property's Council Tax band may change if the property is extended.�The Council Tax band will only change when a relevant transaction takes place. For example, if you sell your property after extending it, the new owner may have to pay a higher band of Council Tax. If however you add an annexe to your property, the Valuation Office Agency may decide that the annexe should be banded separately for Council Tax.� If this happens, you will have to start paying Council Tax for the annexe as soon as it is completed. If the annexe is occupied by a relative of the residents of the main dwelling, it may qualify for a Council Tax discount or exemption.�Contact the Council for advice on 0300 300 8306. The website link is: http://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/council-tax/bands/find.aspx
- Decision date
- 18 May 2026
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How this decision compares
Decided in 56 days from validation, about the council's usual 54 days. Approved, as 84% of demolitions here are.
This one56d
Council54d
UK56d
71%decided within 8 weeks
84%approved
173decided in the last year
Plota live figures for demolitions decided by Central Bedfordshire in the last twelve months, from validation. Central Bedfordshire decision record →
Public comments
No public comments yet.
Last counted 12 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 23 Mar 2026
- Comments by
- 7 May 2026
- Site or press notice
- 16 Apr 2026
Historical activity at this location
12 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2025
Approved
16 Oak Drive, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EQ
Erection of a single storey rear extension with bifold doors to match the footprint of an…
2025
Approved
9 Beech Close, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EP
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Partial garage conversion and internal structura…
2024
Approved
49 Maple Close, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EF
Loft conversion with front roof lights and rear dormer.
2023
Approved
64 Greenfield Road, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EG
Single storey rear extension following demolition of existing conservatory
2022
Approved
31 Maple Close, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EF
Alterations to fenestration on rear elevation, infill link extension & first floor extens…
2020
Approved
37 Maple Close, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EF
Height increase to side & rear boundary wall
2020
Approved
64 Greenfield Road, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EG
Second storey front extension and side extension
2020
Approved
2 Oak Drive, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EQ
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Rear extension
2019
Approved
6 Beech Close, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EP
Part single storey and part first floor rear extensions
2017
Approved
10 Oak Drive, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EQ
Conversion and extension of existing garage to form a residential annexe
2017
Approved
5 Oak Drive, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EQ
Single storey rear extension to replace existing conservatory
2017
Approved
3 Maple Close, Pulloxhill, Bedford, MK45 5EF
Single storey rear extension
Central Bedfordshire
Planning Authority Score
6.3/10
Average
#88 of 296 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions
Central Bedfordshire is faster than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #62 out of 296. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (91%) than the national average (90%).
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Central Bedfordshire decision statistics
Based on MHCLG data, the year to March 2026
84%
Overall approval rate
Below avg (87%) #218 of 296
91%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #169 of 296
76%
Decided in 8 weeks
Above avg (63%) #62 of 296
35%
Extended time limit
Below avg (41%) #99 of 296
61%
Minor dwellings approved
153 decided (1-9 homes)
86%
Major dwellings approved
29 decided (10+ homes)
73%
Change of use approved
45 decided
1,444
Total decisions
226 refused in the year to March 2026
Sale prices: Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Energy performance: Energy performance certificates from the Energy Performance of Buildings Register, Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government. Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. © Crown copyright 2026.
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