How long do planning decisions take near Medbourne?

The average planning decision time near Medbourne is 71 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 Medbourne?

The planning approval rate near Medbourne is 33%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Medbourne?

The most common type of planning application near Medbourne is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Medbourne?

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Medbourne, Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Medbourne, Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Medbourne are administered by Milton Keynes City Council. View the full Milton Keynes City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Medbourne

Medbourne is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Harborough district of Leicestershire, England. As of the 2011 census, it has a population of 473 residents, making it a small yet vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications and local development initiatives.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £366,390 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Milton Keynes
Parliamentary constituency: Milton Keynes Central
LSOA: Milton Keynes 020A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Medbourne.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Medbourne based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Medbourne.

- 58 REDDING GROVE, CROWNHILL, MILTON KEYNES, MK8 0BG
The erection of a proposed single storey rear extension with roof light
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Milton Keynes | Date: 2026-04-07
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- LAND TO THE NORTH OF FULMER STREET, SHENLEY CHURCH END, MILTON KEYNES
The proposed works comprise of a new public art sculpture situated adjacent to the existing footpath and including local ecology interpretation boards.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Milton Keynes | Date: 2026-03-30
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- 76 VERNIER CRESCENT, MEDBOURNE, MILTON KEYNES, MK5 6FE
Erection of single-storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Milton Keynes | Date: 2026-03-04
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- 31 CLINE COURT, CROWNHILL, MILTON KEYNES, MK8 0DB
Proposed erection of a front porch and single-storey side and rear extension, connecting the dwelling to the garage.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Milton Keynes | Date: 2026-03-02
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- Land adjacent to The Coach House, 4 Shenley Park, Shenley Church End, Milton Keynes, MK5 6AF
To reduce height and spread of canopy by up to 4m of Horse chestnut protected by Milton Keynes Council Tree Preservation Order no. PS/540/15/257
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Milton Keynes | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 6 BOLTWOOD GROVE, MEDBOURNE, MILTON KEYNES, MK5 6LN
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) seeking to amend the rear extension and change rear window sizes (relating to permission ref. PLN/2025/0551 [The erection of a single storey front and rear ex
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Milton Keynes | Date: 2025-12-02
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- 3 JENKINS CLOSE, SHENLEY CHURCH END, MILTON KEYNES, MK5 6HX
Certificate of Lawfulness for change of use from a C3 dwelling to children's home (use class C2)
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Milton Keynes | Date: 2025-10-28
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- Shenley Wood Retirement Village, Chalkdell Drive, Shenley Wood, Milton Keynes, MK5 6GL
Non-material amendment seeking to reduce extension and change internal layout (relating to permission ref. 23/02312/FUL for Extension and internal alterations to the existing village centre ancillary
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Milton Keynes | Date: 2024-10-28
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A brief summary of Medbourne in Buckinghamshire

Property prices in Medbourne show an average sale price of £366,390, 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 Medbourne a particularly low-crime area.

Medbourne has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Shenley Church End, Loughton. 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 Medbourne includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Oxley Mead SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Medbourne 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.

Planning Activity in Medbourne

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Medbourne. Of these, 33% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 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 Medbourne.

The average decision period of 71 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Medbourne were full planning applications (14), outline applications (5), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 54% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 medium-scale applications, 22 smaller schemes were submitted.

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