How long do planning decisions take near Woolstone?

The average planning decision time near Woolstone is 57 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 Woolstone?

The planning approval rate near Woolstone is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Woolstone?

The most common type of planning application near Woolstone is outline applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Woolstone?

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Woolstone, Buckinghamshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Woolstone, Buckinghamshire.

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About Woolstone

Woolstone, comprising Great Woolstone and Little Woolstone, is a historic area within Milton Keynes, Buckinghamshire, situated in the Campbell Park civil parish. Known collectively as The Woolstones, this district reflects the region's rich heritage while being part of the evolving landscape of modern development. The population was not reported separately in the 2011 Census, as it is included within the broader civil parish figures, making it essential for planning applications to consider its integration within the larger Milton Keynes context.

District: Campbell Park

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £330,065 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Milton Keynes
Parliamentary constituency: Milton Keynes Central
LSOA: Milton Keynes 014D

Crime Statistics

193 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 91
public-order: 18
shoplifting: 18
anti-social-behaviour: 14
vehicle-crime: 13
burglary: 9
criminal-damage-arson: 9
other-theft: 9
drugs: 5
bicycle-theft: 2
possession-of-weapons: 2
robbery: 1
theft-from-the-person: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Woolstone.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Woolstone based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Woolstone.

- MKC Landscape Store, Chadds Lane, Peartree Bridge, Milton Keynes, MK6 3EB
Conversion and extension of existing depot into a 1-bed dwellinghouse
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Milton Keynes | Date: 2025-12-10
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- 1 Hollerith Close Oakgrove Milton Keynes MK10 9UY
The erection of hardstanding to form a driveway and the construction of a dropped kerb to facilitate access
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Milton Keynes | Date: 2024-06-24
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A brief summary of Woolstone in Buckinghamshire

Property prices in Woolstone show an average sale price of £330,065, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Woolstone area recorded 193 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Woolstone has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wroughton on the Green. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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.

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Planning Activity in Woolstone

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Woolstone. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Woolstone may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 57 days on average, decisions near Woolstone slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Woolstone were outline applications (5), full planning applications (4).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.

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