How long do planning decisions take near Hedgerley?

The average planning decision time near Hedgerley is 39 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 Hedgerley?

The planning approval rate near Hedgerley is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hedgerley?

The most common type of planning application near Hedgerley is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hedgerley?

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Hedgerley, Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hedgerley, Buckinghamshire.

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About Hedgerley

Hedgerley is a quaint village and civil parish located in the South Bucks district of Buckinghamshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles southeast of Beaconsfield and 2.5 miles southwest of Gerrards Cross, Hedgerley has included the formerly independent parish of Hedgerley Dean since 1934, making it a cohesive community for potential planning applications and local developments.

Population: 909 (2021) · Area: 6.8 km²

District: Buckinghamshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £448,226 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Slough
Parliamentary constituency: Slough
LSOA: Slough 001F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hedgerley.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Hedgerley.

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 Hedgerley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Hedgerley.

- Old Keepers Village Lane Hedgerley Buckinghamshire SL2 3UY
Application for approval of details subject to condition 2 (materials), 3 (joinery), 4 (porch canopy) and 5 (ecology) of planning approval PL/22/4148/FA
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2025-12-23
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- Old Keepers Village Lane Hedgerley Buckinghamshire SL2 3UY
Application for approval of details subject to condition 2 (materials), 3 (joinery), 4 (porch canopy) and 5 (staircase and bathrooms) of planning approval PL/22/4149/HB
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2025-12-19
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- Nursery House Kiln Lane Hedgerley Buckinghamshire SL2 3UX
Tree works as shown on the application form.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2025-12-01
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A brief summary of Hedgerley in Buckinghamshire

Hedgerley covers an area of approximately 6.8 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 Hedgerley show an average sale price of £448,226, 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 Hedgerley a particularly low-crime area.

Hedgerley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hedgerley Village, Hedgerley Green. 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 Hedgerley includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Burnham Beeches SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Burnham Beeches. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Hedgerley

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Hedgerley. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 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 Hedgerley.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hedgerley were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (2), tree works (2).

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