** SECURE PLOT, IN EXCESS OF ONE ACRE** North Bridge Street, Shefford, Bedfordshire, SG17
- Land size
- 1.16 acres
- Bedrooms
- 1
Key Features
- PRIME 1.16-ACRE (50,529 SQ FT) FREEHOLD LAND OPPORTUNITY
- SALE OR LEASE CONSIDERED - Flexible opportunities available.
- EXCELLENT FUTURE POTENTIAL for a variety of uses (STPP).
- PRIVATE GATED ACCESS with secure metal perimeter fencing.
- CLEARED SITE with part gravel hardstanding and part grass.
- Adjacent to THREE RECENTLY COMPLETED HOMES, demonstrating local development activity.
- POPULAR SHEFFORD LOCATION close to the High Street, amenities and major road links.
- Convenient access to the A1(M), A6, BEDFORD, HITCHIN & LUTON.
- NO CURRENT PLANNING PERMISSION - Buyers to make their own planning enquiries.
- VIEWING STRICTLY BY APPOINTMENT with VAT applicable and administration fee payable.
Description
Prime 1.16-Acre (50,529 Sq Ft) Freehold Land Opportunity; Kingsmeade, Shefford
An outstanding opportunity to acquire a 1.16-acre (approximately 50,529 sq ft) freehold site situated in a quiet yet highly accessible location within Kingsmeade, Shefford. Located just a short distance from the town centre and local amenities, this cleared parcel of land offers excellent potential for a variety of future uses, subject to obtaining the necessary planning permissions and consents.
The seller may also consider granting a new lease of the site, subject to the agreed terms, covenant strength and proposed use.
A guide rent in the region of £0.60 per sq ft per annum is sought, reflecting the site's current condition as a secure parcel of open land. Any rent agreed will be subject to the length of lease, proposed use, tenant covenant and other commercial terms.
The site lies immediately adjacent to three dwellings that were granted planning permission in 2018 and subsequently constructed in 2019, demonstrating the area's proven development potential. The land has been cleared, with part benefiting from a compacted gravel surface and the remainder laid to grass, offering a blank canvas for a range of prospective schemes (subject to planning).
The property benefits from its own private access, together with secure gated entrance and metal perimeter fencing. Prospective purchasers or tenants should satisfy themselves as to the availability and capacity of all mains services, utility connections and any planning or technical matters relevant to their intended use.
Development & Planning Potential
The site presents an excellent opportunity for owner-occupiers, investors or developers seeking land with future potential. Whilst there are no current planning applications or permissions relating to the site itself, it may be suitable for a range of residential, commercial, storage or other uses, subject to securing all necessary planning consents.
Interested parties are advised to make their own enquiries with the Local Planning Authority and undertake all investigations regarding planning, flood risk, drainage, environmental matters and any other due diligence before entering into a legally binding agreement.
According to publicly available flood mapping, the majority of the site falls within Flood Zone 3, with sections along the southern and western boundaries falling within Flood Zone 2. Buyers should obtain independent professional advice regarding any proposed development.
Location - Shefford
Shefford is a popular and expanding Bedfordshire market town offering an excellent mix of rural surroundings and everyday conveniences. The town provides supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, public houses, healthcare facilities and well-regarded schools, making it an attractive location for both residential and commercial occupiers.
The area enjoys excellent transport links, with convenient access to the A1(M) and A6, providing connections to Bedford (approximately 10 miles), Hitchin (approximately 9 miles), Luton (approximately 15 miles) and London beyond. Mainline railway stations at Biggleswade and Arlesey offer regular services to London King's Cross and St Pancras International in under an hour. London Luton Airport is approximately 20 miles away.
Sat Nav: SG17 5DA
what3words: ///coaching.slept.bronzes
EPC: Not Applicable
Local Authority: Central Bedfordshire Council
VAT: We understand VAT is not applicable to the purchase price. Prospective purchasers should seek confirmation from their own professional advisers.
Buyer's Administration Fixed Fee: The successful purchaser will be required to pay an administration fee of £2,500 (inclusive of VAT) in addition to the agreed purchase or lease price.
Viewings
Viewings are strictly by prior appointment only and must be undertaken during daylight hours. Please contact the selling agent to arrange an accompanied inspection.
Please note that the land does not currently benefit from any planning permission or established lawful use for commercial storage or any other specific purpose. Any proposed use, including open storage, commercial, industrial or other activities, will be entirely subject to the tenant obtaining all necessary planning permissions, statutory consents, licences and approvals where required, together with satisfying themselves as to the suitability of the site for their intended use.
Prospective purchasers and tenants must rely on their own investigations and professional advice regarding planning, flood risk, environmental matters, access, services and all other matters affecting the property. The seller gives no warranty or representation that planning permission or consent for any particular use will be granted.
Important Notice: All information is provided in good faith but should not be relied upon as statements or representations of fact. Prospective purchasers or tenants must satisfy themselves by inspection, survey and independent enquiries as to planning, measurements, boundaries, services, flood risk, environmental matters, legal title and the suitability of the property for their intended use. Any proposed use or development will be subject to obtaining all necessary statutory consents.
Disclaimer:
Sell New Group are acting Agents for the vendors of this property. Your conveyancer is legally responsible for ensuring any purchase agreement fully protects your position. We make detailed enquiries of the vendor to ensure the information provided is as accurate as possible. Please inform us if you become aware of any information being inaccurate.
On reservation, Sell New Group will require:
AML ID check will be required on all buyers
Proof of deposit or funds
Your mortgage agreement
Estate agent's details (If applicable)
A non-refundable £2,000.00 deposit is required to reserve this freehold land; this will be deducted from the overall agreed sale price and is strictly on the basis of working towards an 4 week exchange deadline, starting from when the legal contract has been received by your solicitor.
Should you wish clarification on any of the above points, please ask prior to any reservation fees being paid.
Map Location
Property details
- Tenure
- Freehold
- Council Tax Band
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- Date Posted
- 2026-07-12
Market Value Analysis
Compared with 75 Bare & Undeveloped Land listings in East Anglia (1+ acres).
Utilities & Restrictions
Utilities
- Electricity
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- Water
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- Heating
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- Broadband
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- Sewerage
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Rights & Restrictions
- Public Rights of Way
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- Private Rights of Way
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- Listed Property
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- Restrictions
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Listed status, conservation areas and planning constraints for this location are in the full report.
Property Features
- Accessibility
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- Parking
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- Garden
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Beyond the particulars: planning activity, flood history, heritage and ground risks, checked for this exact spot.
Connectivity
Broadband
Fastest speed available at this postcode
1.8 Gbps
Gigabit full fibre · available to 79% of premises
Suitable for
- 4K streaming on every screen
- Full-time home working
- Online gaming & big downloads
Mobile signal
Outdoor predictions; indoor signal depends on building materials.
Ofcom Connected Nations postcode-level predictions. Speeds and signal are modelled, not measured, and vary between addresses and providers.
Signal is the easy part. Planning activity, flood history and protected designations here are in the full report.
Nearest Schools
Primary
- Shefford Lower School751 metresNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 3 to 9
- Pupils
- 514
- Type
- Community school
- Campton Academy1.2 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 5 to 9
- Pupils
- 128
- Type
- Academy converter
- Clifton All Saints Academy1.4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 229
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Southill Lower School1.8 milesOfsted report card · Nov 2025
- Ages
- 3 to 9
- Pupils
- 78
- Type
- Community school
- Meppershall Church of England Academy1.9 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 2 to 11
- Pupils
- 238
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
Secondary
- Robert Bloomfield Academy695 metresOfsted: Outstanding *
- Ages
- 9 to 13
- Pupils
- 962
- Type
- Academy converter
- Samuel Whitbread Academy0.7 milesNo Ofsted rating
- Ages
- 13 to 18
- Pupils
- 1,657
- Type
- Academy converter
- Henlow Church of England Academy2.3 milesOfsted: Good *
- Ages
- 9 to 16
- Pupils
- 599
- Type
- Academy converter
- Faith
- Church of England
- Etonbury Academy4 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 9 to 19
- Pupils
- 1,158
- Type
- Academy converter
- Pix Brook Academy4.6 milesOfsted: Good
- Ages
- 9 to 16
- Pupils
- 1,011
- Type
- Free schools
* Latest graded judgement covers quality of education only; no overall grade was issued under the 2024-25 inspection framework.
Distances are straight-line from the advertised location. Source: the national school registers (DfE, Welsh Government, Scottish Government) and Ofsted.
Schools are just the start: sold prices nearby, planning activity and any flood history are in the full report.
Amenities
Supermarket
GP surgery
Pharmacy
Hospital
Green space
Straight-line distances from the advertised location. Sources: NHS records, Geolytix supermarket locations, OS Open Greenspace and the national trails registers.
The area stacks up? Now check the location itself: planning nearby, protected designations and past flooding.
Getting Around
Nearest station
Nearest bus stop
Typical drive times
Straight-line distances from the advertised location; drive times are typical free-flow times over OpenStreetMap road data, so allow more at peak. Public transport locations from DfT NaPTAN.
Easy to reach matters. So do planning activity, flood history and ground risks: all in the full report.
Flood Risk
From Environment Agency flood map open data, checked around the advertised map pin and allowing for the listed acreage where known. This summary comes from LandSale, the advertising platform, not from the listing agent, and is not part of the agent's particulars. Risk can vary across a single holding, so verify anything critical through your own searches before committing.
Rivers and the sea
Surface water
The detail behind these bandings
The full report pinpoints where this location sits on the flood maps, and runs the deeper checks that usually only surface after an offer.
- Exact flood zones & annual chances (included in the full report)
- Any recorded past flooding (included in the full report)
- Planning activity nearby (included in the full report)
- Heritage & conservation (included in the full report)
- Protected nature designations (included in the full report)
- Ground risks (included in the full report)
- Sold prices nearby (included in the full report)
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