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Planning in Aylesbury

Approved
85%
52 of 58 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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Around Aylesbury

Postcode districts

HP21 185 applications in the last 12 monthsHP20 90 applications in the last 12 monthsHP19 123 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Buckinghamshire Council

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About Aylesbury

Aylesbury, the county town of Buckinghamshire, is centrally located between High Wycombe and Milton Keynes. The town boasts cultural highlights such as the Roald Dahl Children's Gallery and the Waterside Theatre, along with the Queens Park Arts Centre, one of the UK’s largest independent arts venues, which recently earned the King's Award for Voluntary Service. These facilities may influence local planning applications and community development initiatives. The town has a population of approximately 63,273 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Buckinghamshire district.

Aylesbury covers an area of approximately 15.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Aylesbury show an average sale price of £432,709, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Aylesbury 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 Aylesbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Aylesbury 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.aylesburytowncouncil.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Aylesbury, 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, 217 planning applications were submitted near Aylesbury. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (47), discharge of conditions (33), outline applications (25). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aylesbury?
In the last 24 months, 217 planning applications were submitted near Aylesbury. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aylesbury?
The average planning decision time near Aylesbury is 63 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 Aylesbury?
The planning approval rate near Aylesbury is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aylesbury?
The most common type of planning application near Aylesbury is full planning applications, with 47 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aylesbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Aylesbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.