How long do planning decisions take near Lower Weald?

The average planning decision time near Lower Weald is 46 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 Lower Weald?

The planning approval rate near Lower Weald is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Lower Weald?

The most common type of planning application near Lower Weald is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Lower Weald?

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Lower Weald, Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Lower Weald, Buckinghamshire.

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About Lower Weald

Lower Weald is a village located in the civil parish of Calverton, within the unitary authority area of Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire. Situated just one mile south of Stony Stratford and four miles west of Central Milton Keynes, it is the largest settlement in the parish, which also includes the hamlets of Upper Weald and Middle Weald. Key landmarks in Lower Weald include Manor Farm, the parish church, and a former parochial school, making it a focal point for local community and planning activities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £330,065 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Milton Keynes
Parliamentary constituency: Milton Keynes North
LSOA: Milton Keynes 002H

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Lower Weald.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Lower Weald based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Lower Weald.

- Calverton House Lower Weald To Calverton Road Calverton Milton Keynes MK19 6EG
Approval of details required by condition 4 (Arboricultural Method Statement) of permission ref. 23/02411/HOU
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Milton Keynes | Date: 2024-07-11
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A brief summary of Lower Weald in Buckinghamshire

Property prices in Lower Weald show an average sale price of £330,065, 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 Lower Weald a particularly low-crime area.

Lower Weald has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Calverton, Stony Stratford, Passenham. 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.

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Planning Activity in Lower Weald

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Lower Weald. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lower Weald may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Lower Weald were tree works (1), discharge of conditions (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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