How long do planning decisions take near Penn Bottom?

The average planning decision time near Penn Bottom is 41 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 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Penn Bottom?

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Penn Bottom, Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Penn Bottom, Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Penn Bottom are administered by Buckinghamshire Council. View the full Buckinghamshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Penn Bottom

Penn is a charming village and civil parish located in Buckinghamshire, England, approximately 3 miles northwest of Beaconsfield and 4 miles east of High Wycombe. Spanning 3,991 acres, the parish includes Penn village and the hamlets of Penn Street, Knotty Green, Forty Green, and Winchmore Hill, housing an estimated population of 4,168 as of 2019. This picturesque area offers a unique blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it a significant point of interest for planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £718,645 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Buckinghamshire
Parliamentary constituency: Chesham and Amersham
LSOA: Buckinghamshire 034E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Penn Bottom.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Penn Bottom based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Penn Bottom.

- The Agricultural Barn Penn Bottom Farm Penn Bottom Penn Buckinghamshire HP10 8PH
Change of use of agricultural barn to B8 storage
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2019-11-18
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- Penn House Farm Penn Bottom Penn High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP10 8PH
Internal and external alterations to The Old Byre to facilitate its conversion to a residential dwelling
Status: Conditions | Type: Heritage | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2012-04-30
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- The Old Byre Penn House Farm Penn Bottom Penn High Wycombe Buckinghamshire HP10 8PH
Conversion of The Old Byre to residential dwelling and laying of hardstanding
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2012-04-04
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- Pennhouse Farm Penn Bottom Penn High Wycombe HP108PH
RETENTION OF FRONT ENTRANCE GATES AND FENCING
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2001-11-29
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- Penn House Farm Penn Bottom Penn High Wycombe HP108PH
INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL ALTERATIONS TO BARN
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2001-08-17
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A brief summary of Penn Bottom in Buckinghamshire

Property prices in Penn Bottom show an average sale price of £718,645, 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 Penn Bottom a particularly low-crime area.

Penn Bottom has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Penn and Tylers Green, Penn Street. 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 Penn Bottom includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Penn Bottom

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Penn Bottom. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

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

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Penn Bottom were full planning applications (4), telecoms (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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