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Planning in Amersham Common

Approved
72%
139 of 191 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Amersham Common in the last 24 months, from Buckinghamshire Council's planning register.

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Around Amersham Common

Postcode districts

HP7 211 applications in the last 12 monthsHP6 241 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Buckinghamshire Council

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About Amersham Common

Amersham Common is a settlement located in Buckinghamshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Amersham Common area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Amersham Common a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Amersham Common has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Amersham Common planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Results include full application details, decision status, and the ability to track applications over time and set planning alerts to help you monitor and review pending planning applications.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Amersham Common, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 317 planning applications were submitted near Amersham Common. Of these, 72% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (115), tree works (48), discharge of conditions (33). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Amersham Common?
In the last 24 months, 317 planning applications were submitted near Amersham Common. The approval rate is 72%.
How long do planning decisions take near Amersham Common?
The average planning decision time near Amersham Common is 64 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.
What is the planning approval rate near Amersham Common?
The planning approval rate near Amersham Common is 72%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Amersham Common?
The most common type of planning application near Amersham Common is full planning applications, with 115 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Amersham Common?
You can search and track planning applications near Amersham Common on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.