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Planning in Central Milton Keynes

Approved
79%
48 of 57 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Milton Keynes City CouncilCouncil page

Around Central Milton Keynes

Postcode districts

MK9 36 applications in the last 12 monthsMK6 42 applications in the last 12 monthsMK13 39 applications in the last 12 monthsMK43 202 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Milton Keynes City Council

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About Central Milton Keynes

Central Milton Keynes serves as the vibrant central business district of Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. As a distinct civil parish with its own town council, it plays a crucial role in the city's governance and development, making it an important area for planning applications and local initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,704 (2021 estimate). It sits within the City of Milton Keynes district.

Central Milton Keynes covers an area of approximately 0.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

The area around Central Milton Keynes has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Central Milton Keynes 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.centralmk-tc.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Central Milton Keynes, 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, 90 planning applications were submitted near Central Milton Keynes. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (28), full planning applications (12), outline applications (9). 8 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Central Milton Keynes?
In the last 24 months, 90 planning applications were submitted near Central Milton Keynes. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Central Milton Keynes?
The average planning decision time near Central Milton Keynes is 55 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 Central Milton Keynes?
The planning approval rate near Central Milton Keynes is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Central Milton Keynes?
The most common type of planning application near Central Milton Keynes is discharge of conditions, with 28 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Central Milton Keynes?
You can search and track planning applications near Central Milton Keynes on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.