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Planning in Wendover

Approved
87%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Wendover

Wendover is a charming town and civil parish located at the foot of the Chiltern Hills in Buckinghamshire, England. Positioned 35 miles northwest of London and 5 miles southeast of Aylesbury, it serves as a key junction where the main road across the Chilterns intersects with a historically significant route. This strategic location makes Wendover an attractive area for planning applications, given its accessibility and picturesque setting. The town has a population of approximately 8,236 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Buckinghamshire district.

Wendover covers an area of approximately 9.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

The area around Wendover has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wendover 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.wendover-pc.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Wendover, 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, 73 planning applications were submitted near Wendover. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), outline applications (7), discharge of conditions (6). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wendover?
In the last 24 months, 73 planning applications were submitted near Wendover. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wendover?
The average planning decision time near Wendover 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 Wendover?
The planning approval rate near Wendover is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wendover?
The most common type of planning application near Wendover is full planning applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wendover?
You can search and track planning applications near Wendover on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.