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Planning in Marlow Bottom

Approved
79%
50 of 59 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Marlow Bottom

Postcode districts

SL7 491 applications in the last 12 monthsHP13 316 applications in the last 12 monthsHP15 209 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Buckinghamshire Council

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About Marlow Bottom

Marlow Bottom is a linear village situated in a valley north of Marlow, Buckinghamshire, and it became a civil parish in November 2007, previously being part of Great Marlow. This picturesque area offers a unique setting for planning applications, reflecting its evolving community and infrastructure needs. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,211 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Buckinghamshire district.

Property prices in Marlow Bottom show an average sale price of £672,229, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Marlow Bottom 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 Marlow Bottom a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Marlow Bottom has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Marlow Bottom 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 Marlow Bottom, 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, 133 planning applications were submitted near Marlow Bottom. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (61), tree works (17), discharge of conditions (10).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Marlow Bottom?
In the last 24 months, 133 planning applications were submitted near Marlow Bottom. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Marlow Bottom?
The average planning decision time near Marlow Bottom is 75 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 Marlow Bottom?
The planning approval rate near Marlow Bottom is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Marlow Bottom?
The most common type of planning application near Marlow Bottom is full planning applications, with 61 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Marlow Bottom?
You can search and track planning applications near Marlow Bottom on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.