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Planning in Gerrards Cross

Approved
78%
71 of 86 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Gerrards Cross

Gerrards Cross is a civil parish located in Buckinghamshire, England, just 19 miles west-north-west of central London. Nestled on the lower slopes of the Chiltern Hills and bordered by the River Misbourne, the town is flanked by several neighbouring villages, including Chalfont St Peter and Stoke Poges. With easy access to the M25 and M40 motorways, Gerrards Cross combines a picturesque setting with excellent transport links, making it a prime area for planning applications and development opportunities. The town has a population of approximately 8,451 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Buckinghamshire district.

Gerrards Cross covers an area of approximately 10.9 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 Gerrards Cross show an average sale price of £721,839, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Gerrards Cross 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 Gerrards Cross a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Gerrards Cross has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Gerrards Cross 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Gerrards Cross, 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, 264 planning applications were submitted near Gerrards Cross. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (82), tree works (60), discharge of conditions (33).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Gerrards Cross?
In the last 24 months, 264 planning applications were submitted near Gerrards Cross. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Gerrards Cross?
The average planning decision time near Gerrards Cross is 61 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 Gerrards Cross?
The planning approval rate near Gerrards Cross is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Gerrards Cross?
The most common type of planning application near Gerrards Cross is full planning applications, with 82 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Gerrards Cross?
You can search and track planning applications near Gerrards Cross on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.