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Planning in Great Linford

Approved
88%
22 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Great Linford

Great Linford is a historic village and civil parish located in the northern part of Milton Keynes, England. Situated approximately 2 miles north of Central Milton Keynes, it lies between Wolverton and Newport Pagnell, making it a key area for planning applications in this evolving district. The settlement has a population of approximately 20,719 (2021 estimate). It sits within the City of Milton Keynes district.

Property prices in Great Linford show an average sale price of £366,390, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Linford 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 Great Linford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Great Linford has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Linford 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 Great Linford, 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, 37 planning applications were submitted near Great Linford. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (3), telecoms (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Linford?
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Great Linford. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Great Linford?
The average planning decision time near Great Linford is 47 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 Great Linford?
The planning approval rate near Great Linford is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Great Linford?
The most common type of planning application near Great Linford is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Great Linford?
You can search and track planning applications near Great Linford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.