How long do planning decisions take near Spurlands End?

The average planning decision time near Spurlands End is 47 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 Spurlands End?

The planning approval rate near Spurlands End is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Spurlands End?

The most common type of planning application near Spurlands End is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Spurlands End?

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Spurlands End, Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Spurlands End, Buckinghamshire.

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About Spurlands End

Spurlands End is a picturesque hamlet located within the parish of Little Missenden in Buckinghamshire, England. This tranquil area offers a blend of rural charm and accessibility, making it an intriguing location for potential planning applications and developments.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £569,977 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Buckinghamshire
Parliamentary constituency: Mid Buckinghamshire
LSOA: Buckinghamshire 033C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Spurlands End.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Spurlands End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Spurlands End.

- Nortons Farm Spurlands End Road Great Kingshill Buckinghamshire HP15 6PF
Listed Building Consent for conversion of Nortons Farm Barn and adjoining stables into a single dwellinghouse incorporating a single storey extension, roof repair works and fenestration alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2025-12-17
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- Land at Nortons Farm Spurlands End Road Great Kingshill Buckinghamshire HP15 6PF
Installation of a new low voltage underground cable
Status: Permitted | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2025-04-23
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- Homewood 78 Watchet Lane Holmer Green Buckinghamshire HP15 6UH
Remodelling of house, raising of roof, two storey and single storey front extensions, single storey rear extension and changes to windows
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2024-07-05
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- Holmer Green Senior School Parish Piece Holmer Green Buckinghamshire HP15 6SP
Notification under The Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015, Schedule 2, Part 14, Class J for the installation of roof mounted solar PV panels
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Chiltern South Bucks | Date: 2024-05-01
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A brief summary of Spurlands End in Buckinghamshire

Property prices in Spurlands End show an average sale price of £569,977, 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 Spurlands End a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Spurlands End includes 9 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 Spurlands End

In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Spurlands End. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Spurlands End maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Spurlands End were full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (10), outline applications (5). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 5 large-scale (major) developments, 40 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

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