The Cedars, 132A Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/00579/FULL - Full Application
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Proposal
Single storey rear and side extension. Single storey front and side infill extension with glazed link and roof lights Data via plota.co.uk
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Received
20 Feb 2026
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Validated
12 Mar 2026
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Approved
6 May 2026
Approved on 6 May 2026 · Last checked 13 Oct 2026
Associated applications 2
- Single storey rear and side extension. Single storey front and side infill extension with glazed link and roof lights
Site constraints 5
National infrastructure project about 894 m away: A428 Black Cat to Caxton Gibbet Road Improvement scheme
The site is about 894 m from the project boundary. Highway, decided. The project page says whether consent was granted.
Nationally significant infrastructure projects (power stations, electricity lines, pipelines, major roads and railways, harbours, airports and reservoirs) are consented by a Secretary of State under the Planning Act 2008, after an examination by the Planning Inspectorate, rather than by the council. The boundary is the one the Inspectorate consults on and can change as the scheme does. Projects are shown within 2 km of the site.
Also on the record
1 listed building within 150 m of the postcode pin; Inside the Blunham built-up area; Priority habitat about 20 m away: Deciduous woodland; Natural England's Provisional ALC map (1:250,000, 1970s) had this area as grade 1, 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. The pin for this application is the centre of its postcode rather than the building, so distances to nearby designations are measured from the postcode and can be out by the width of the postcode area. Historic England, the Environment Agency, Natural England, the Planning Inspectorate 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 1
Last sold for £1,440,000 in September 2025. Detached house, freehold.
3 September 2025£1,440,000
Sale prices from HM Land Registry's price paid record, matched to this application by its address.
Building
Floor area280 m² (3,014 sq ft)
Energy ratingB (85 out of 100)
PropertyDetached house
Built2018
HeatingBoiler& underfloor, mains gas
WallsAverage thermal transmittance 0.24 W/m²K
From the energy performance certificate lodged in October 2018, 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
- MK44 3NT
- Received
- 20 Feb 2026
- Validated
- 12 Mar 2026
- Parish
- Blunham
- Case officer
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- Target decision
- 7 May 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for Granting The site comprises a detached two-storey dwelling at 132A Grange Road, Blunham, accessed via a private track. The dwelling has a pitched roof with zinc cladding, stone and zinc-clad elevations, and a double garage to the front. It is located toward the northern part of a triangular plot and forms part of a loose knit, linear development of mixed age and character. ��� The proposal comprises a single-storey front and side infill extension incorporating a glazed link and rooflights to extend the utility room and reconfigure a ground floor office/bedroom with shower, together with a single-storey rear and side extension to create a glazed dinning room. Both elements would have flat roofs. Although partly visible from the road due to their siting, the extensions would be subservient in scale and set well back from the frontage, ensuring they would not appear visually dominant within the streetscene. The replacement of the existing front kitchen door with a ground-floor window, which could be undertaken under permitted development, is considered visually acceptable. A materials condition can be attached. Overall the proposal would not adversely affect the appearance of the dwelling or the streetscene. The front and side infill extension between the dwelling and the garage would be well separated from neighbouring properties. It would be offset from Stubbington House (No 134 Grange Road) to the north and effectively screened by intervening hard and soft landscaping on either side of the private track. The rear and side extension would be sited some 1m from the boundary with No 132 Grange Road and screened by the existing boundary fencing and hedging. As such, the proposal would not result in any undue loss of light, privacy or overbearing impact. Overall, by virtue of its scale, siting and design, the proposal would not have a detrimental impact on the amenities of neighbouring properties. The Tree Officer has raised no objection to the proposed extensions. The hedge along the southern boundary lies within the neighbouring garden and is in proximity to the rear extension; however the existing boundary fence would prevent direct physical impact on the hedge. In addition, the extensions are proposed over areas of existing hardstanding, thereby avoiding encroachment into landscaped areas. On the basis of the scale and nature of the development, adequate access and parking has been retained. Neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. Blunham Parish Council were consulted and have no objection to the proposal. In light of the foregoing appraisal, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policies HQ1 and T3 of the Adopted Central Bedfordshire Local Plan (2021), the Adopted Central Bedfordshire Design Guide (August 2023), the Parking Standards for New Development SPD (August 2023) and Section 12 of the NPPF (2024).Reasons for Granting The site comprises a detached two-storey dwelling at 132A Grange Road, Blunham, accessed via a private track. The dwelling has a pitched roof with zinc cladding, stone and zinc-clad elevations, and a double garage to the front. It is located toward the northern part of a triangular plot and forms part of a loose knit, linear development of mixed age and character. ��� The proposal comprises a single-storey front and side infill extension incorporating a glazed link and rooflights to extend the utility room and reconfigure a ground floor office/bedroom with shower, together with a single-storey rear and side extension to create a glazed dinning room. Both elements would have flat roofs. Although partly visible from the road due to their siting, the extensions would be subservient in scale and set well back from the frontage, ensuring they would not appear visually dominant within the streetscene. The replacement of the existing front kitchen door with a ground-floor window, which could be undertaken under permitted development, is considered visually acceptable. A materials condition can be attached. Overall the proposal would not adversely affect the appearance of the dwelling or the streetscene. The front and side infill extension between the dwelling and the garage would be well separated from neighbouring properties. It would be offset from Stubbington House (No 134 Grange Road) to the north and effectively screened by intervening hard and soft landscaping on either side of the private track. The rear and side extension would be sited some 1m from the boundary with No 132 Grange Road and screened by the existing boundary fencing and hedging. As such, the proposal would not result in any undue loss of light, privacy or overbearing impact. Overall, by virtue of its scale, siting and design, the proposal would not have a detrimental impact on the amenities of neighbouring properties. The Tree Officer has raised no objection to the proposed extensions. The hedge along the southern boundary lies within the neighbouring garden and is in proximity to the rear extension; however the existing boundary fence would prevent direct physical impact on the hedge. In addition, the extensions are proposed over areas of existing hardstanding, thereby avoiding encroachment into landscaped areas. On the basis of the scale and nature of the development, adequate access and parking has been retained. Neighbouring properties have been consulted on the application and no comments have been received. Blunham Parish Council were consulted and have no objection to the proposal. In light of the foregoing appraisal, it is considered that the proposal would be in accordance with Policies HQ1 and T3 of the Adopted Central Bedfordshire Local Plan (2021), the Adopted Central Bedfordshire Design Guide (August 2023), the Parking Standards for New Development SPD (August 2023) and Section 12 of the NPPF (2024). 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 )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). 4 )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.
- Decision date
- 6 May 2026
- Agent
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How this decision compares
Decided in 55 days from validation, about the council's usual 54 days. Approved, as 90% of extensions here are.
This one55d
Council54d
UK55d
77%decided within 8 weeks
90%approved
100%go to committee
Plota live figures for extensions decided by Central Bedfordshire in the last twelve months, from validation. Central Bedfordshire decision record →
Public comments
No public comments yet.
Last counted 13 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 12 Mar 2026
- Comments by
- 22 Apr 2026
- Site or press notice
- 25 Mar 2026
Historical activity at this location
25 nearby applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2024
Refused
Land South of 196 Grange Road, Blunham, MK44 3NT
Erection of two detached dwellings and associated cart sheds
2024
Approved
132 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Single storey rear extension
2020
Approved
Land adj 143 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Outline: Erection of one dwelling
2022
Approved
The Villa, Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Retrospective: Erection of Agricultural Building to house six biomass boilers and associa…
2022
Approved
132 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Proposed single storey extension to the side of existing garage.
2021
Approved
117 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Demolition of of existing sun room. Single storey extensions including a new orangery wit…
2021
Approved
132 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Glass single storey front extension.
2021
Approved
139 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Single storey rear extension
2021
Approved
117 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Demolition of of existing sun room, internal alterations & single storey extensions inclu…
2020
Approved
Land off, Grange Road, Blunham
Outline Application: Erection of a three bedroom bungalow and detached garage (all matter…
2020
Refused
141 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Demolition of existing dwelling followed by the erection of three detached dwellings with…
2020
Approved
141A Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Erection of a single garage
2020
Approved
109 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Front, side and rear single storey extensions and cement render coat to property.
2019
Withdrawn
Land Adj 143 Grange Road, Blunham, MK44 3NT
Outline Planning application: one dwelling
2019
Approved
The Hollies, 99 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
3 bedroom detached bungalow in the grounds of 99 Grange Road Blunham
2018
Withdrawn
The Hollies, 99 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Erection of 3 bedroom detached bungalow
2018
Approved
94 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Large 4 bed detached bungalow being altered into a pair of 2 bed semi bungalows
2018
Approved
141 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Erection of single detached dwelling and detached carport, together with the formation of…
2017
Approved
Land between 73 - 85 Grange Road, Blunham, MK44 3NT
Proposed erection of two detached dwellings, together with access provision, double garag…
2017
Approved
141 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Erection of single detached dwelling and detached carport, together with the formation of…
2016
Approved
The Villa, Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Extension to existing glass house. Extension to be constructed in two phases.
2016
Approved
Land at Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Erection of two storey dwelling and associated works.
2016
Approved
105 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Change of use from farmland to private garden & retention of outbuilding. (Retrospective)
2016
Approved
The Villa, Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Part one and a half storey and single storey rear extension and flat roofed dormers.
2023
Land adjacent to 143 Grange Road, Blunham, Bedford, MK44 3NT
Reserved Matters: following Outline Application CB/20/01867/OUT(Outline: Erection of one…
Central Bedfordshire
Planning Authority Score
6.3/10
Average
#88 of 296 councils
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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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