How long do planning decisions take near Simpson?

The average planning decision time near Simpson is 82 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 Simpson?

The planning approval rate near Simpson is 0%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Simpson?

The most common type of planning application near Simpson is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Simpson?

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Simpson, Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Simpson, Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire · England · settlement

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

About Simpson

Simpson is a village situated in Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, incorporated into the "New City" in 1967. Located just south of the city centre and north of Fenny Stratford, it offers a blend of historic charm and modern development, making it a relevant area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Population: 1,142

District: Simpson and Ashland

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £330,065 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Milton Keynes
Parliamentary constituency: Milton Keynes Central
LSOA: Milton Keynes 021A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Simpson.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Simpson based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Simpson in Buckinghamshire

Property prices in Simpson show an average sale price of £330,065, 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 Simpson a particularly low-crime area.

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Planning Activity in Simpson

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Simpson. Of these, 0% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 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 Simpson.

The average decision period of 82 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Simpson were full planning applications (10), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 59% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 14 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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