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Planning in Wycombe Marsh

Approved
80%
43 of 54 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Wycombe Marsh

Postcode districts

HP11 198 applications in the last 12 monthsHP13 316 applications in the last 12 monthsHP10 277 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Buckinghamshire Council

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About Wycombe Marsh

Wycombe Marsh is a residential area located in High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire, situated along the River Wye and adjacent to the A40 road. Approximately 1.5 miles southeast of High Wycombe town centre and 1 mile northwest of Loudwater, it falls within the Ryemead ward, which had a population of 7,188 according to the 2011 census. This area presents potential opportunities for planning applications given its strategic location and community demographics.

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

The area around Wycombe Marsh has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wycombe Marsh 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 Wycombe Marsh, 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, 97 planning applications were submitted near Wycombe Marsh. Of these, 80% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (21), discharge of conditions (15), outline applications (10). 10 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wycombe Marsh?
In the last 24 months, 97 planning applications were submitted near Wycombe Marsh. The approval rate is 80%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wycombe Marsh?
The average planning decision time near Wycombe Marsh is 70 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 Wycombe Marsh?
The planning approval rate near Wycombe Marsh is 80%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wycombe Marsh?
The most common type of planning application near Wycombe Marsh is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wycombe Marsh?
You can search and track planning applications near Wycombe Marsh on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.