How long do planning decisions take near Singleborough?

The average planning decision time near Singleborough is 19 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 Singleborough?

The planning approval rate near Singleborough is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Singleborough?

The most common type of planning application near Singleborough is outline applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Singleborough?

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Singleborough, Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Singleborough, Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire · England · settlement

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

About Singleborough

Singleborough is a small hamlet situated within the parish of Great Horwood in Buckinghamshire, England, located approximately one mile from the main village. Its rural setting may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.

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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 024A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Singleborough.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Singleborough based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Singleborough.

- Farmyard Formerly Associated With Dean Farm Singleborough Lane Singleborough Great Horwood Buckinghamshire MK17 0RF
Application for Permission in Principle for the erection of up to two residential dwellings
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2026-03-04
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- Land Adjacent To The Ridings Singleborough Lane Singleborough Great Horwood Buckinghamshire MK17 0RF
Application for permission in principle for the erection of minimum of 1 and a maximum of 1 detached dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2025-09-30
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- Field To West Of Singleborough Off Singleborough Lane Singleborough Great Horwood Buckinghamshire
Erection of agricultural building, associated agricultural access track leading to building and associated hardstanding 500 square metres to the east and south of the barn
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2025-09-29
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- The Main House Fair Winter Farm Bletchley Road Great Horwood Buckinghamshire MK17 0RB
Proposed non-material amendment to planning permission 21/03339/APP (Erection of one and half storey front extension, two storey side extension and balcony terrace to rear)
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Aylesbury Vale | Date: 2024-08-08
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A brief summary of Singleborough in Buckinghamshire

Property prices in Singleborough 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 Singleborough a particularly low-crime area.

Singleborough has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Singleborough, Great Horwood. 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.

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Planning Activity in Singleborough

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Singleborough. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 19 days.

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

The average decision time of 19 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Singleborough were outline applications (3), other applications (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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