Biggleswade
Biggleswade is identified as a Major Service Centre in the emerging Core Strategy and is the largest town in Mid Beds.We estimate that Biggleswade will need to make provision for 250-750 new homes up to 2026, over and above existing sites with planning permission.
A significant number of new jobs will also need to be created around the town.
SITES CONSULTED ON DURING THE SECOND ROUND OF ISSUES AND OPTIONS CONSULTATION.
3 additional residential sites/proposals have been submitted for consideration for potential development in Biggleswade. Click here to View Parish Map showing additional site submissions
For more information on site allocations in Biggleswade click here.
To view all original documentation submitted by landowners in Biggleswade please click here.
Please see below for a list of sites that were consulted on during the second round of consultation. Please scroll down for the list of sites that were consulted on during the first round of consultation.
Ref Number: H332
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Land Adjoining Station Road Car Park, Station Road, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Residential development of 3-4 storey apartment block.
Site Area (hectares): 0.09
Additional information submitted: Submission proposes a high quality designed development.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth.
Ref Number: H347
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Land at Potton Road, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Residential development. This site may offer the potential for a mixed use scheme.
Site Area (hectares): 11
Additional information submitted: A number of individual submissions have been received for this area. The Council would like to seek the views of the public on the potential to combine these sites and make provision for a more strategic site allocation in this location.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth.
Ref Number: H366
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Land at Furzenhall Road, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Residential development. This site may offer the potential for a mixed use scheme.
Site Area (hectares): 25.86
Additional information submitted: A number of individual submissions have been received for this area. The Council would like to seek the views of the public on the potential to combine these sites and make provision for a more strategic site allocation in this location.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth.
SITES CONSULTED ON DURING THE FIRST ROUND OF ISSUES AND OPTIONS CONSULTATION.
The deadline for submitting comments for the first round of the consultation has also now passed.21 sites in Biggleswade (10 residential sites and 11 employment sites.) were consulted on during the first round of issues and options consultation earlier this year.
Click here to View Parish Map
For more information on site allocations in Biggleswade click here.
To view all original documentation submitted by landowners in Biggleswade please click here.
See below for a list of sites consulted on during the first round of consultation.
Ref Number: H002
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: "The Money Hole" rear of 177&179 Potton Road, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Development of 180-200
Site Area (hectares): 6.04
Additional information submitted: 180-200 homes could be provided, more if the density were increased. The site could support light industry as well as housing.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth.
Ref Number: H053
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Land off Sycamore Close, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Development of 30-50 dwellings
Site Area (hectares): 1.62
Additional information submitted: Vehicular access would be taken from Sycamore Close.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth.
Ref Number: H082
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Former Potton Road Nursery, Potton Road, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Development of 37 dwellings
Site Area (hectares): 1.29
Additional information submitted: The proposal is for an eco-driven residential or residential/commercial mixed-use development.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth.
Ref Number: H098
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Eldon Way Industrial Estate, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Development of 110 - 120 dwellings
Site Area (hectares): 2.86
Additional information submitted: Development can take place to provide family housing.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth. The current Local Plan identifies this site as a Key Employment Site.
Ref Number: H110
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Land at Station Road, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Development of 3-10 dwellings
Site Area (hectares): 0.09
Additional information submitted: The site's location within the town centre and being close to public transport means that it is suitable to promote higher densities.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth. This site is within the Conservation Area and therefore any new development would have to preserve or enhance the character and appearance of the area.
Ref Number: H112
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Sandiacres, Potton Road, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Development of 6 dwellings
Site Area (hectares): 0.24
Additional information submitted: This proposal is for 6 linked/detached dwellings with garaging/parking.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth.
Ref Number: H126
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Newlands Farm, Dunton Lane, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Development of 100+ dwellings with possible supermarket and petrol station
Site Area (hectares): 9.12
Additional information submitted: Two residential schemes have been proposed. Option 1 - Develop the site entirely for residential. Option 2 - Residential with shopping mall and/or food supermarket with petrol station.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth. A small part of this site is within the floodplain. In general, development should avoid the floodplain. This issue will need further consideration. The separation of this site from the main built-up area of Biggleswade could raise sustainability issues.
Ref Number: H166
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Land at Fairfield Nurseries, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Development of 69 dwellings
Site Area (hectares): 5.63
Additional information submitted: Half of this site is within the floodplain and is not proposed for development but could be used as part of a Sustainable Urban Drainage System.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth. Part of this site is within the floodplain. In general, development should avoid the floodplain. This issue will need further consideration.
Ref Number: H201
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Land off Nursery Close, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Development of 5 dwellings
Site Area (hectares): 0.14
Additional information submitted: The development would incorporate a range of properties. Access is proposed to be through a new development to the west.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth.
Ref Number: H210
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Albone Way Industrial Estate, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Development of between 220-275 dwellings
Site Area (hectares): 5.55
Additional information submitted: Around 40% of the floorspace is currently vacant and the existing leases have 5-10 years remaining. Between 220-275 homes are proposed.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth. The current Local Plan identifies this site as a Key Employment Site.
Ref Number: H285
Submission type: Housing
Site Name/Address: Home Farm House, Dunton Lane, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Development of 20 dwellings
Site Area (hectares): 0.59
Additional information submitted: Development could include the conversion of the farm house and barns to flats and houses, and new build.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth.
Ref Number: E08
Submission type: Employment
Site Name/Address: Land at Holme Green Farm, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: B2 (General Industrial) and B8 (Storage or Distribution)
Number of jobs proposed: 950-1000
Site Area (hectares): 27.15
Additional information submitted: Indicative plan shows 11 units and associated car parking/service areas, with building footprints ranging from 2720sqm and 6080sqm. The boundaries are landscaped. New flyover proposed by Highways Agency to replace A1 roundabout. Access would be from the new flyover.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre. The Town is well located to the A1 and is within the Ivel Valley Growth Location.
Ref Number: E11
Submission type: Employment
Site Name/Address: Stratton Business Park Phase V, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: B1 (Business) & B2 (General Industrial)
Number of jobs proposed: Unknown
Site Area (hectares): 28.85
Additional information submitted: Indicative plan shows approx 35 units ranging in size and car parking. Proposal for high tech science and business units B1 with flexibility for small start up units. Also propose 3 larger B2 units adjacent to existing business park. Good access to A1 via existing Stratton business park.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre. The Town is well located to the A1 and is within the Ivel Valley Growth Location.
Ref Number: E33
Submission type: Employment
Site Name/Address: Land at Newspring Farm, London Road, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: B1 (Business), B2 (General Industrial) and B8 (Storage or Distribution)
Number of jobs proposed: Approximately 2000
Site Area (hectares): 36.58
Additional information submitted: Proposal for 36ha site to the south of exiting Stratton Business Park. Access from A1 will need to be upgraded. Proposed mix of B1, B2 and B8 including incubator units.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre. The Town is well located to the A1 and is within the Ivel Valley Growth Location.
Ref Number: E34
Submission type: Employment
Site Name/Address: Newlands Farm, Dunton Lane, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Option 1: A1 (Shops) and Sui Generis (Petrol Filling Stations) or Option 2: B1 (Light Industrial)
Number of jobs proposed: 100+
Site Area (hectares): 9.12
Additional information submitted: Site divided into 2 areas, of 5ha and 4ha. 3 development options proposed. Option 1 is for a shopping mall/supermarket with petrol station located in the north of the site, with affordable housing in the south. Option 2 is a mix of small industrial and commercial units and offices of 1000-1500 sqm in size. Option 3 is residential development.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre. The Town is well located to the A1 and is within the Ivel Valley Growth Location.
Ref Number: E39
Submission type: Employment
Site Name/Address: Bells Brook, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: B1 (Offices, Light Industrial and Research and Development) and Lorry Park
Number of jobs proposed: Approximately 200 - 350
Site Area (hectares): 3.73
Additional information submitted: Part of the site currently has permission for use as a lorry park. Proposed office and light industrial use in small self contained units. Number not specified.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth. Biggleswade is well located to the A1 and is within the Ivel Valley growth location. This site is within the floodplain. In general development should avoid the floodplain. This issue will need further consideration.
Ref Number: E58
Submission type: Employment
Site Name/Address: Land adjacent to the A1, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: B1 (Business), B8 (Storage or Distribution), retail scheme, recreational park.
Number of jobs proposed: Unknown
Site Area (hectares): 15.02
Additional information submitted: 2 parcels of land. Northern site accessed directly of the A6001, and the southern site accessed via Mill Lane of Teal Road. 3 proposals for use: Option 1 proposes small B1 and B8 uses; Option 2 proposes a retail scheme; and Option 3 proposes a recreational park.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre. The Town is well located to the A1 and is within the Ivel Valley Growth Location. This site is within the floodplain. In General, development should avoid the floodplain. This issue will need further consideration.
Ref Number: E60
Submission type: Employment
Site Name/Address: Land adjacent to A1, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: Employment
Number of jobs proposed: Unknown
Site Area (hectares): 10.99
Additional information submitted: 2 parcels of land. Access via A6001/Hill Lane to the north of the site. No indication of use.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre. The Town is well located to the A1 and is within the Ivel Valley Growth Location. This site is within the floodplain. In general, development should avoid the floodplain. This issue will need further consideration.
Ref Number: E65
Submission type: Employment
Site Name/Address: Land at Bells Brook, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: B1 (Business)
Number of jobs proposed: Unknown
Site Area (hectares): 2.23
Additional information submitted: Site has planning permission for change of use to a lorry park (Reference: 91/01681) and a facilities building (Reference: 06/01023/FULL). 2 uses proposed. The first proposes the relocation of the Sainsbury's car park and petrol station, and the second proposes B1 and B1a office development. 2 indicative site plans for B1/B1a office proposals propose either 4 large units, or 2 large units to the north of the site and 12 small units in the south. Access from Bells Brook. No indication of floorspace.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre and as such is a focus for growth. Biggleswade is well located to the A1 and is within the Ivel Valley growth location. This site is within the floodplain. In general development should avoid the floodplain. This issue will need further consideration.
Ref Number: E67
Submission type: Employment
Site Name/Address: Land at Stratton Farm, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: B1 (Business), B2 (General Industrial) and B8 (Storage and Distribution)
Number of jobs proposed: Unknown
Site Area (hectares): 48.5
Additional information submitted: Proposed as a further phase to the Stratton Business Park. The indicative plan shows the Stratton Farm complex reserved for small B1 uses, with the rest of the site providing 19 larger B1, B2 and B8 units. Landscaping proposed along the eastern and southern boundaries.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre. The Town is well located to the A1 and is within the Ivel Valley Growth Location.
Ref Number: E69
Submission type: Employment
Site Name/Address: Land at Dunton Lane, Biggleswade
Submitted proposal: B1 (Office)
Number of jobs proposed: Not Known
Site Area (hectares): 2.65
Additional information submitted: No indicative site plan. Small 2 storey B1 offices proposed in a similar style to Doolittle Mill, Ampthill.
District Council initial comments: Biggleswade is identified in the emerging Core Strategy as a Major Service Centre. The Town is well located to the A1 and is within the Ivel Valley Growth Location. Part of this site is designated as Important Open Space.
To view existing allocations in Biggleswade click here to visit the Mid Beds Interactive Local Plan.