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Planning in Old Wolverton

Approved
83%
38 of 44 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Old Wolverton in the last 24 months, from Milton Keynes City Council's planning register.

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About Old Wolverton

Old Wolverton is a historic area within Milton Keynes, located in the north-west of the city. It is strategically positioned alongside key transport routes, including the West Coast Main Line and the Grand Union Canal, as well as the river Great Ouse. Serving as the administrative seat of the Wolverton and Greenleys civil parish, this area is of interest for planning applications due to its transport links and local governance.

Property prices in Old Wolverton show an average sale price of £366,390, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Old Wolverton 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 Old Wolverton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Old Wolverton 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 Old Wolverton, 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, 58 planning applications were submitted near Old Wolverton. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), discharge of conditions (13), outline applications (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Old Wolverton?
In the last 24 months, 58 planning applications were submitted near Old Wolverton. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Old Wolverton?
The average planning decision time near Old Wolverton 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 Old Wolverton?
The planning approval rate near Old Wolverton is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Old Wolverton?
The most common type of planning application near Old Wolverton is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Old Wolverton?
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