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Planning in Upper North Dean

Approved
82%
9 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Upper North Dean

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About Upper North Dean

Upper North Dean is a charming civil parish located in Buckinghamshire, England, approximately 9 miles south of Aylesbury and 8 miles northwest of High Wycombe. Nestled at the foothills of the Chiltern Hills, it serves as a gateway through a pass in the Chilterns, with the A4010 road connecting West Wycombe to Aylesbury via this picturesque route. This strategic location makes it an appealing area for planning applications and development opportunities.

Property prices in Upper North Dean 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 Upper North Dean 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 Upper North Dean a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper North Dean has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper North Dean 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 Upper North Dean, 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, 31 planning applications were submitted near Upper North Dean. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), telecoms (5), tree works (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper North Dean?
In the last 24 months, 31 planning applications were submitted near Upper North Dean. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper North Dean?
The average planning decision time near Upper North Dean is 40 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 Upper North Dean?
The planning approval rate near Upper North Dean is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper North Dean?
The most common type of planning application near Upper North Dean is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper North Dean?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper North Dean on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.