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Planning in Stokenchurch

Approved
57%
17 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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About Stokenchurch

Stokenchurch is a charming village and civil parish situated in the scenic Chiltern Hills of south-west Buckinghamshire, England. Located approximately 3 miles south of Chinnor and 6 miles west of High Wycombe, it serves as a commuter hub with convenient access to the M40 motorway for travel to London, Oxford, and Birmingham. Notably, the Stokenchurch BT Tower, a prominent landmark, marks the village's location and adds to its distinctive character, making it an interesting area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,136 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Buckinghamshire district.

Property prices in Stokenchurch show an average sale price of £740,960, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stokenchurch 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 Stokenchurch a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stokenchurch has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Stokenchurch, 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, 69 planning applications were submitted near Stokenchurch. Of these, 57% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), discharge of conditions (11), tree works (7).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stokenchurch?
In the last 24 months, 69 planning applications were submitted near Stokenchurch. The approval rate is 57%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stokenchurch?
The average planning decision time near Stokenchurch 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 Stokenchurch?
The planning approval rate near Stokenchurch is 57%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stokenchurch?
The most common type of planning application near Stokenchurch is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stokenchurch?
You can search and track planning applications near Stokenchurch on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.