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Planning in Bow Brickhill

Approved
80%
8 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bow Brickhill in the last 24 months, from Milton Keynes City Council's planning register.

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About Bow Brickhill

Bow Brickhill is a quaint village and civil parish located within the City of Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. Situated just 2 miles east of Fenny Stratford and 1.5 miles west of Woburn Sands, it is surrounded by the urban development of Milton Keynes, making it a unique blend of rural charm and urban accessibility, approximately 4 miles southeast of Central Milton Keynes. This positioning offers potential for various planning applications, given its proximity to urban amenities and transport links. The settlement has a population of approximately 625 (2021 estimate). It sits within the City of Milton Keynes district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Bow Brickhill 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 Bow Brickhill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Bow Brickhill has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bow Brickhill 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 Bow Brickhill, 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, 12 planning applications were submitted near Bow Brickhill. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bow Brickhill?
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Bow Brickhill. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bow Brickhill?
The average planning decision time near Bow Brickhill 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 Bow Brickhill?
The planning approval rate near Bow Brickhill is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bow Brickhill?
The most common type of planning application near Bow Brickhill is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bow Brickhill?
You can search and track planning applications near Bow Brickhill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.