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Planning in Edlesborough

Approved
82%
14 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Edlesborough

Edlesborough is a village and civil parish located in the Aylesbury Vale district of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles west-southwest of Dunstable, it lies just south of the neighbouring village of Eaton Bray, which is just over the county boundary in Bedfordshire. This proximity to major towns and cross-county connections may impact local planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,952 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Buckinghamshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Edlesborough 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 (May 2026). This makes Edlesborough a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Edlesborough has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Edlesborough 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://edlesborough.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Edlesborough, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Edlesborough. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2).

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 Edlesborough?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Edlesborough. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Edlesborough?
The average planning decision time near Edlesborough is 72 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 Edlesborough?
The planning approval rate near Edlesborough is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Edlesborough?
The most common type of planning application near Edlesborough is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Edlesborough?
You can search and track planning applications near Edlesborough on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.