53 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY Data via plota.co.uk
CB/26/00232/FULL - Full Application
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Proposal
Creation of a first floor and single storey rear extension Data via plota.co.uk
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Received
23 Jan 2026
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17 Feb 2026
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8 Apr 2026
Approved on 8 Apr 2026 · Last checked 13 Oct 2026
Site constraints 3
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National infrastructure project about 179 m away: The Grand Union Canal Transfer, at pre-application; Inside the Leighton Buzzard built-up area; Green belt about 37 m away: London.
Not affected
Outside flood zones 2 and 3 · No scheduled monument at the site
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Sales history 1
Last sold for £435,000 in February 2025. Detached house, freehold.
20 February 2025£435,000
Sale prices from HM Land Registry's price paid record, matched to this application by its address.
Building
Floor area78 m² (840 sq ft)
Energy ratingE (48 out of 100), could reach B
PropertyDetached bungalow, 3 habitable rooms
Built1930 to 1949
HeatingBoiler and radiators, mains gas
WallsSolid brick, as built, no insulation (assumed)
From the energy performance certificate lodged in September 2024, 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
- LU7 2SY
- Received
- 23 Jan 2026
- Validated
- 17 Feb 2026
- Parish
- Leighton-Linslade
- Case officer
- Show
- Target decision
- 14 Apr 2026
- Decision
- Full Application - Granted Conditions or Reasons: View Conditions or Reasons Informative Notes: 1 )Reasons for granting The application site is a detached single storey dwelling located on Rothschild Road, Leighton Buzzard. No.53 is constructed from brickwork with a white render finish and a tiled pitched roof. The dwelling is surrounded by properties varying in design and scale. The proposal is for a first-floor extension with a pitched roof that would see the addition of a first floor to the property. Also included within the proposal is a single storey rear extension with a flat roof and the insertion of a new window on the side elevation. The proposed first-floor extension would see an increase in eaves height of approximately 2.5 metres an increase in maximum height of 2.5 metres. The rear extension would have an approximate depth of 4 metres, a width of 9.9 metres and a maximum height of 3.5 metres. The proposed additional floor to the property would significantly alter the character and appearance of the original dwelling and would be readily visible within the street scene. However, Rothschild Road is characterised by a variety of dwelling designs with both single storey and two-storey dwellings present within the street scene, due to this the proposal would not appear at odds with the varied grain of development within the surrounding area. The proposal, due to its use of matching materials with the existing property and placement of windows centred above the existing fenestration, would be considered to well reflect the characteristic of the original dwelling as well as the immediate surroundings and would therefore appear sympathetic to the site and its surroundings. The application site also benefits from a sizeable plot that is larger than a number of the surrounding two-storey dwellings and indicates that the plot can facilitate a two-storey property. Due to these factors, it is considered that the proposed first-floor extension would not have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the property or the surrounding area. The proposed rear extension would be considered a proportionate addition to the host dwelling due to its single storey nature and the large plot size. The rear extension would not be readily visible within the street scene of Rothschild Road and therefore is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the surrounding area. Overall, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the property or the surrounding area in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. In terms of impact on neighbouring properties, the proposal would be separated approximately 1.5 metres from boundary with the nearest neighbouring property, 51 Rothschild Road, and 2.5 metres to the property itself. There is a small frosted, window on the side elevation of this property. The first-floor has previously been shown on plan to not comply with the 45-degree guidance as part of a prior planning applications (CB/25/01825) which indicated that it would result in some loss of light, however, information was provided by the applicant that demonstrated that this window serves an en-suite bathroom. As this window does not serve a habitable room the limited loss of light was not considered to have a significant detrimental impact on neighbouring amenities that would have warranted refusal solely on this basis. The proposed rear extension is not considered to have a detrimental impact on neighbouring amenities due to its limited height, minor extension beyond the rear of this property and the separation distance to this property. All other neighbouring properties are sufficiently separated from the proposal for there to be any loss of light or an overbearing impact. There are no privacy concerns regarding the rear fenestration as they do not directly face a neighbouring property and would be well separated from the garden to the rear of the application site. There are also no privacy concerns regarding the windows on the front elevation as they will be well separated from the property on the opposite side of Rothschild Road. The window on the side elevation facing 51 Rothschild Road could have an impact on privacy due to it directly facing this property, as such, this window has been conditioned to be obscurely glazed and non-opening below 1700mm in the room in which it will be installed. With the condition imposed the window is not considered to have a detrimental impact on privacy. All other properties are considered sufficiently separated from the proposal for there to be a detrimental impact. Overall, the proposal is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with Section 12 of the NPPF, Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. The proposal would not result in the loss of any off-street parking but would increase in the number of bedrooms at the property to 4. This would require the property to facilitate 3 off-street parking spaces, the parking plan has demonstrated that 4 spaces could be facilitated to the side of the property. Therefore, the proposal is considered acceptable in terms of parking and highway safety in accordance with Sections 9 and 12 of the NPPF, Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the Parking Standards for New Developments supplementary planning document. Leighton-Linslade Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objection. Neighbourhood Planning were consulted and raised no objection. The application was subject to a public consultation, and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023.Reasons for granting The application site is a detached single storey dwelling located on Rothschild Road, Leighton Buzzard. No.53 is constructed from brickwork with a white render finish and a tiled pitched roof. The dwelling is surrounded by properties varying in design and scale. The proposal is for a first-floor extension with a pitched roof that would see the addition of a first floor to the property. Also included within the proposal is a single storey rear extension with a flat roof and the insertion of a new window on the side elevation. The proposed first-floor extension would see an increase in eaves height of approximately 2.5 metres an increase in maximum height of 2.5 metres. The rear extension would have an approximate depth of 4 metres, a width of 9.9 metres and a maximum height of 3.5 metres. The proposed additional floor to the property would significantly alter the character and appearance of the original dwelling and would be readily visible within the street scene. However, Rothschild Road is characterised by a variety of dwelling designs with both single storey and two-storey dwellings present within the street scene, due to this the proposal would not appear at odds with the varied grain of development within the surrounding area. The proposal, due to its use of matching materials with the existing property and placement of windows centred above the existing fenestration, would be considered to well reflect the characteristic of the original dwelling as well as the immediate surroundings and would therefore appear sympathetic to the site and its surroundings. The application site also benefits from a sizeable plot that is larger than a number of the surrounding two-storey dwellings and indicates that the plot can facilitate a two-storey property. Due to these factors, it is considered that the proposed first-floor extension would not have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the property or the surrounding area. The proposed rear extension would be considered a proportionate addition to the host dwelling due to its single storey nature and the large plot size. The rear extension would not be readily visible within the street scene of Rothschild Road and therefore is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the surrounding area. Overall, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact on the character and appearance of the property or the surrounding area in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan. In terms of impact on neighbouring properties, the proposal would be separated approximately 1.5 metres from boundary with the nearest neighbouring property, 51 Rothschild Road, and 2.5 metres to the property itself. There is a small frosted, window on the side elevation of this property. The first-floor has previously been shown on plan to not comply with the 45-degree guidance as part of a prior planning applications (CB/25/01825) which indicated that it would result in some loss of light, however, information was provided by the applicant that demonstrated that this window serves an en-suite bathroom. As this window does not serve a habitable room the limited loss of light was not considered to have a significant detrimental impact on neighbouring amenities that would have warranted refusal solely on this basis. The proposed rear extension is not considered to have a detrimental impact on neighbouring amenities due to its limited height, minor extension beyond the rear of this property and the separation distance to this property. All other neighbouring properties are sufficiently separated from the proposal for there to be any loss of light or an overbearing impact. There are no privacy concerns regarding the rear fenestration as they do not directly face a neighbouring property and would be well separated from the garden to the rear of the application site. There are also no privacy concerns regarding the windows on the front elevation as they will be well separated from the property on the opposite side of Rothschild Road. The window on the side elevation facing 51 Rothschild Road could have an impact on privacy due to it directly facing this property, as such, this window has been conditioned to be obscurely glazed and non-opening below 1700mm in the room in which it will be installed. With the condition imposed the window is not considered to have a detrimental impact on privacy. All other properties are considered sufficiently separated from the proposal for there to be a detrimental impact. Overall, the proposal is considered to have an acceptable neighbour amenity impact, complying with Section 12 of the NPPF, Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. The proposal would not result in the loss of any off-street parking but would increase in the number of bedrooms at the property to 4. This would require the property to facilitate 3 off-street parking spaces, the parking plan has demonstrated that 4 spaces could be facilitated to the side of the property. Therefore, the proposal is considered acceptable in terms of parking and highway safety in accordance with Sections 9 and 12 of the NPPF, Policies T2 and T3 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and the Parking Standards for New Developments supplementary planning document. Leighton-Linslade Town Council were consulted on this application and raised no objection. Neighbourhood Planning were consulted and raised no objection. The application was subject to a public consultation, and no representations were received. The proposal is therefore considered to be in accordance with Policy HQ1 of the Central Bedfordshire Local Plan and Section 11 of Central Bedfordshire Design Guide 2023. 2 )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. 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 )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: https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/council-tax-bandsWill 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: https://www.centralbedfordshire.gov.uk/council-tax-bands 5 )The site is located within the Chilterns Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Natural England have not provided any comments on this application, however, as no additional independent overnight accommodation is proposed, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact upon the SAC.The site is located within the Chilterns Beechwoods Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Natural England have not provided any comments on this application, however, as no additional independent overnight accommodation is proposed, the proposal is not considered to have a detrimental impact upon the SAC.
- Decision date
- 8 Apr 2026
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How this decision compares
Decided in 50 days from validation, 4 days faster than Central Bedfordshire's median of 54 for extensions. Approved, as 90% of extensions here are.
This one50d
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 →
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Last counted 13 Oct 2026
Consultation & key dates
- Consultation
- 17 Feb 2026
- Comments by
- 30 Mar 2026
Historical activity at this location
20 previous applications on record - archival context, not part of the live application.
This property
Previous applications at this address
Within ~100m
Nearby activity
2025
Approved
35 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Single storey side and rear extension
2025
Approved
32 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Single storey side and rear extensions and vehicle crossover extension
2025
Approved
47 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Single storey side/rear extension, loft conversion with hip-to-gable enlargement, rear do…
2023
Approved
49 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Non-material amendment to planning permission CB/23/01076/FULL (Erection of a first floor…
2023
Approved
49 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Erection of a first floor extension, change of roofline & fenestration and new side windo…
2023
Approved
18 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Lawful Development Certificate Proposed: Loft conversion with rear dormer and Juliet balc…
2021
Approved
46 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Non-material amendment to planning permission CB/21/03640/FULL (Single storey rear extens…
2021
Approved
46 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Single storey rear extension, canopy and balcony (Re-submission of planning permission CB…
2021
Withdrawn
46 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Non-material amendment to planning permission CB/20/03863/FULL (Single storey rear extens…
2020
Approved
25 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Single storey side extension to a rear addition
2020
Approved
46 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Single storey rear extension and canopy and non accessible balcony.
2020
Approved
30 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Proposed two storey and part single storey rear extension with new patio/terrace.
2018
Approved
37 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Single storey side and rear extension
2018
Approved
14 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Single-storey rear extension
2018
Approved
1 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Construction of Vehicular Crossover
2017
Approved
40 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Single storey side & rear and two storey front/side extension
2017
Approved
40 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Erection of two-storey front/side and single-storey rear/side extensions.
2016
Approved
18 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Single storey side and rear extension
2016
Approved
22 Rothschild Road, Linslade, Leighton Buzzard, LU7 2SY
Single storey side and rear extension
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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