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Planning in Farnham Royal

Approved
73%
19 of 25 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Farnham Royal

Farnham Royal is a civil parish and village located in Buckinghamshire, England, just north of Slough and approximately 22 miles west of Central London's Charing Cross. The parish includes the village of Farnham Common and the hamlet of Farnham Park, making it a notable area for planning applications due to its proximity to urban development and transport links. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,346 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Buckinghamshire district.

Farnham Royal covers an area of approximately 4.5 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 Farnham Royal 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 Farnham Royal a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Farnham Royal has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Farnham Royal 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 Farnham Royal, 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, 78 planning applications were submitted near Farnham Royal. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), outline applications (12), tree works (10). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Farnham Royal?
In the last 24 months, 78 planning applications were submitted near Farnham Royal. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Farnham Royal?
The average planning decision time near Farnham Royal 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 Farnham Royal?
The planning approval rate near Farnham Royal is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Farnham Royal?
The most common type of planning application near Farnham Royal is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Farnham Royal?
You can search and track planning applications near Farnham Royal on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.