How long do planning decisions take near Lake End?

The average planning decision time near Lake End is 58 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 Lake End?

The planning approval rate near Lake End is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lake End?

The most common type of planning application near Lake End is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lake End?

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Lake End, Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lake End, Buckinghamshire.

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About Lake End

Dorney is a quaint village and civil parish located in Buckinghamshire, England, with a population of 752 as of 2011. Nestled alongside the River Thames to the west and south, it is also intersected by the Jubilee River. Situated just 2.3 miles (3.7 km) from the larger parish of Eton, Dorney presents unique planning opportunities and considerations for potential developments in the area.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £561,050 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Windsor and Maidenhead
Parliamentary constituency: Windsor
LSOA: Windsor and Maidenhead 010A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lake End.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lake End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Lake End.

- 5 Marsh Lane Dorney Reach Buckinghamshire SL6 0DN
Proposed first floor rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2026-04-08
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- Eton Dorney Independent Therapeutic School Lake End Road Dorney Buckinghamshire SL4 6QS
Installation of a portacabin classroom building.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2026-03-06
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- Grove Cottage Village Road Dorney Buckinghamshire SL4 6QW
Horse Chestnut - Crown reduction by 2.5m and crown lift to 3.5m. (Dorney Conservation Area).
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2025-10-22
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A brief summary of Lake End in Buckinghamshire

Property prices in Lake End show an average sale price of £561,050, 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 Lake End a particularly low-crime area.

Lake End has 4 conservation areas within its boundaries: Huntercombe, Dorney, No data available for publication by HE, Boveney. 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 Lake End includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bray Pennyroyal Field SSSI. 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 Lake End

In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Lake End. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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 Lake End.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Lake End slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Lake End were full planning applications (6), outline applications (3), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 15 smaller schemes were submitted.

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