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Planning in Hughenden Valley

Approved
75%
15 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Hughenden Valley

Hughenden Valley, located just north of High Wycombe in Buckinghamshire, is a large village and civil parish covering nearly 8,000 acres, predominantly featuring arable and wooded land. The parish, known as Hughenden, lies approximately 3 miles from central Wycombe, 12.5 miles south of Aylesbury, and 35 miles west-northwest of London, making it a significant area for potential development and planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 8,362. It sits within the Buckinghamshire district.

Property prices in Hughenden Valley show an average sale price of £740,960, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hughenden Valley 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 Hughenden Valley a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Hughenden Valley has 17 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hughenden Valley 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 Hughenden Valley, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Hughenden Valley. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (18), outline applications (5), tree works (5).

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 Hughenden Valley?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Hughenden Valley. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hughenden Valley?
The average planning decision time near Hughenden Valley is 92 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 Hughenden Valley?
The planning approval rate near Hughenden Valley is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hughenden Valley?
The most common type of planning application near Hughenden Valley is full planning applications, with 18 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hughenden Valley?
You can search and track planning applications near Hughenden Valley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.