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Planning in The Lee

Only 6 decisions near The Lee in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around The Lee

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HP16 237 applications in the last 12 monthsHP5 258 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Buckinghamshire Council

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About The Lee

The Lee is a picturesque village and civil parish nestled in the Chiltern Hills of Buckinghamshire, situated approximately 2 miles northeast of Great Missenden and 3 miles southeast of Wendover. The area includes the hamlet of Lee Clump, which consists of a small cluster of homes distinct from the main village. As of the 2011 census, The Lee had a population of 698 and was part of the Chiltern district until 2020, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 690 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Buckinghamshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the The Lee 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 The Lee a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around The Lee has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near The Lee, 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, 33 planning applications were submitted near The Lee.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (7), listed building and heritage (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near The Lee?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near The Lee.
What types of planning applications are most common near The Lee?
The most common type of planning application near The Lee is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near The Lee?
You can search and track planning applications near The Lee on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.