How long do planning decisions take near Well End?

The average planning decision time near Well End is 55 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 Well End?

The planning approval rate near Well End is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Well End?

The most common type of planning application near Well End is tree works applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Well End?

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Well End, Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Well End, Buckinghamshire.

Buckinghamshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Well End are administered by Buckinghamshire Council. View the full Buckinghamshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Well End

Well End is a charming hamlet located within the parish of Little Marlow, Buckinghamshire, positioned to the north-west of Bourne End. While it is geographically adjacent to Bourne End and often considered part of its community, Well End maintains a unique character that sets it apart from its larger neighbour. This distinctiveness makes it a notable area for those researching planning applications and local development opportunities.

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Area Information

Admin district: Buckinghamshire
Parliamentary constituency: Beaconsfield
LSOA: Buckinghamshire 060B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Well End.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Well End.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Well End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Well End.

- Abbotsbrook Hall Marlow Road Bourne End Buckinghamshire SL8 5PQ
Fell to high stump (2m) x 1 Hornbeam (T020), raising of the crown as required to create 1.5m-2m over neighbouring roof as the branches are currently touching and resting on the neighbour's roof x 1 Go
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Buckinghamshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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- The Coach House Marlow Road Bourne End Buckinghamshire SL8 5PQ
Reduce the height and spread on the house side of the tree and towards the neighbour to the right by 2.5-3 metres and remove all epicormic growth up to first major branch, the pruning is recommended t
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wycombe | Date: 2025-04-17
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- 1 Red Cottages Marlow Road Bourne End Buckinghamshire SL8 5PN
Fell to ground level due to associated risk if fell as all demonstrate Ash Die Back x 9 Ash (T1), fell to ground level as overly large for it's location, would not react favourably to pruning and has
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wycombe | Date: 2025-02-11
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A brief summary of Well End in Buckinghamshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Well End a particularly low-crime area.

Well End has 7 conservation areas within its boundaries: Sheepridge, Little Marlow, Well End, The Common Flackwell Heath, Hedsor Road and Riversdale, No data available for publication by HE, Abbotsbrook. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Well End includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cock Marsh SSSI, Fern House Gravel Pit SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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

Planning Activity in Well End

In the last 24 months, 42 planning applications were submitted near Well End. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Well End maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Well End were tree works (17), full planning applications (12), outline applications (8). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 40 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 19 applications
Refused: 3 applications
Awaiting decision: 20 applications

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