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Planning in Townsend

Approved
91%
21 of 22 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Townsend

Townsend is a settlement located in Buckinghamshire, England.

Property prices in Townsend show an average sale price of £384,190, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Townsend 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 Townsend 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, Townsend 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 Townsend, 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, 88 planning applications were submitted near Townsend. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), tree works (15), discharge of conditions (8). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Townsend?
In the last 24 months, 88 planning applications were submitted near Townsend. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Townsend?
The average planning decision time near Townsend is 38 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 Townsend?
The planning approval rate near Townsend is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Townsend?
The most common type of planning application near Townsend is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Townsend?
You can search and track planning applications near Townsend on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.