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Planning in Tongwell

Approved
67%
10 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Tongwell in the last 24 months, from Milton Keynes City Council's planning register.

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About Tongwell

Tongwell is a settlement located in Buckinghamshire, England.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Tongwell 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 Tongwell, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Tongwell. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Tongwell?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Tongwell. The approval rate is 67%.
How long do planning decisions take near Tongwell?
The average planning decision time near Tongwell is 48 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 Tongwell?
The planning approval rate near Tongwell is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Tongwell?
The most common type of planning application near Tongwell is discharge of conditions, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Tongwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Tongwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.