How long do planning decisions take near Denham (UB9)?

The average planning decision time near Denham (UB9) is 50 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 Denham (UB9)?

The planning approval rate near Denham (UB9) is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Denham (UB9)?

The most common type of planning application near Denham (UB9) is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Denham (UB9)?

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Denham (UB9), Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Denham (UB9), Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Denham (UB9) are administered by Buckinghamshire Council. View the full Buckinghamshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Denham (UB9)

Denham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Buckinghamshire, England, about 17 miles from central London and 2 miles northwest of Uxbridge, near junction 1 of the M40 motorway. Its name, meaning "homestead in a valley," dates back to the Old English and was first recorded in the Domesday Book of 1086 as Deneham. The village is home to the Buckinghamshire Golf Club, making it an attractive location for both residents and visitors.

Population: 8,284 (2021) · Area: 16.0 km²

District: Buckinghamshire

Website: https://www.denhambucks-pc.gov.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £505,193 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Buckinghamshire
Parliamentary constituency: Beaconsfield
LSOA: Buckinghamshire 058A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Denham (UB9).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Denham (UB9).

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Denham (UB9) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Denham (UB9).

PL/26/04661/KA - Street Record Village Road Denham Buckinghamshire
T1 Willow - Tip reduce lateral spread by 3.5m on lateral spread, leaving a spread of 12m, reducing height by 4m, leaving a height of 16m. T2 Ash - Deadwood throughout crown.
Status: Undecided | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2026-06-08
- Land North Of M40 and Both Sides Of Denham Court Drive Denham Buckinghamshire
Outline planning application (all matters of detail reserved) for construction of data centre, including ancillary offices, plant and cooling equipment, emergency backup generators. Other works includ
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2026-06-01
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- 1 Blackbarn Cottages Old Mill Road Denham Buckinghamshire UB9 5AR
Crown reduction in height by up to 1.5m and sides by up to 0.5m of Red Robin (T1) and Pittosporum (T2)
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2026-04-23
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- 5 Wolstan Close Denham Buckinghamshire UB9 5BU
Single storey rear extension and installation of pre-fabricated wooden log cabin
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2026-04-13
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- Ruskin House Mead Close Denham Buckinghamshire UB9 5AZ
Application for approval of details subject to condition 6 (ecological enhancements) of planning approval PL/25/1630/FA.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2026-03-24
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- Cherry Tree Cottage Baconsmead Denham Buckinghamshire UB9 5AY
Construction of part two storey, part single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2025-09-17
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- Buckinghamshire Golf Club Denham Court Drive Denham Buckinghamshire UB9 5PG
Approval of condition 6 (Archaeology) of planning permission PL/24/0469/FA - Removal of existing farm gate and erection of a new west gate, extension of the car park and erection of adjacent bin store
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2024-12-06
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- 29 Priory Close Denham Buckinghamshire UB9 5AT
Single storey rear and single storey front porch extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2024-06-12
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- Cherry Tree Cottage Baconsmead Denham Buckinghamshire UB9 5AY
Single storey side extension
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2024-05-10
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A brief summary of Denham (UB9) in Buckinghamshire

Denham (UB9) covers an area of approximately 16.0 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 Denham (UB9) show an average sale price of £505,193, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Denham (UB9) a particularly low-crime area.

Denham (UB9) has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Widewater Lock, Denham, Uxbridge Lock, Denham Lock. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Denham (UB9) includes 4 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kingcup Meadows and Oldhouse Wood SSSI, Denham Lock Wood SSSI, Fray's Farm Meadows SSSI and 1 more; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Denham (UB9) planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.denhambucks-pc.gov.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Denham (UB9)

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Denham (UB9). Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Denham (UB9).

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Denham (UB9) were tree works (7), discharge of conditions (6), outline applications (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 20 smaller schemes were submitted.

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