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Planning in Penn Bottom

Approved
85%
11 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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Around Penn Bottom

Postcode districts

HP7 211 applications in the last 12 monthsHP10 277 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Buckinghamshire Council

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About Penn Bottom

Penn Bottom is a settlement located in Buckinghamshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Penn 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 Penn Bottom a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Penn Bottom has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Penn 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Penn Bottom. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (3), telecoms (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Penn Bottom?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Penn Bottom. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Penn Bottom?
The average planning decision time near Penn Bottom is 57 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 Penn Bottom?
The planning approval rate near Penn Bottom is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Penn Bottom?
The most common type of planning application near Penn Bottom is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Penn Bottom?
You can search and track planning applications near Penn Bottom on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.