How many planning applications has Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead received?

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead received 1,365 planning applications in the last 24 months. The approval rate is 68%.

How long does Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead take to decide planning applications?

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead takes an average of 60 days to decide planning applications. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for householder and minor applications, and 13 weeks for major applications.

What is the planning approval rate for Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead?

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead approves 68% of planning applications. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

How do I object to a planning application in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead?

To object to a Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead planning application, you must submit your representation to Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead during the public consultation period — typically 21 days from the date the application was publicised. Planning Signal shows you the consultation deadline for each application and links directly to the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead planning portal where objections can be submitted.

Can I appeal a Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead planning decision?

Yes. If Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead refuses your planning application, you can appeal to the Planning Inspectorate. 1053 appeals were lodged against Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead decisions in the last 24 months, with a 32% success rate.

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Planning Applications

Q: How do I search Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead planning applications?

You can search Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead planning applications by postcode on Planning Signal. Enter any postcode in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead area to see all nearby applications, filter by type, and track decisions in real time.

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Region: South East

About Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, a unitary authority in Berkshire, England, boasts royal borough status and encompasses the vibrant towns of Maidenhead and Windsor, alongside Ascot, Eton, and several picturesque villages. Renowned for its landmarks, including Windsor Castle, Eton College, Legoland Windsor, and Ascot Racecourse, this unique borough offers a blend of urban and rural planning opportunities. Notably, it is one of only four boroughs in England allowed to use the royal prefix, distinguishing it as the only one outside of London.

Council Planning Features

Planning Applications - Browse all applications submitted to Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, filterable by status, type, and size
Planning Activity Summary - Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead
Keyword Scorecard - See how often applications in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead mention key planning constraints like heritage, flood risk, and environmental concerns
Council Boundary Map - Interactive map showing the council boundary and application locations
Full Details - View complete application details, dates and decision status

Council Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £433,599 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Bracknell Forest
Parliamentary constituency: Bracknell
LSOA: Bracknell Forest 006G

Crime Statistics

315 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 129
anti-social-behaviour: 41
shoplifting: 36
vehicle-crime: 25
other-theft: 21
criminal-damage-arson: 20
public-order: 16
burglary: 9
drugs: 6
robbery: 4
possession-of-weapons: 3
bicycle-theft: 2
other-crime: 2
theft-from-the-person: 1

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.

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 Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Towns and villages in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

385 towns and villages. Click any town to search for planning applications nearby.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead area.

Monitoring Stations

5 flood monitoring stations near Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.

Twyford (River Loddon)
Wokingham (Emm Brook)
Binfield (The Cut)
Bagshot (Windle Brook)
Blackwater Bridge (River Blackwater)

A brief summary of Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead

The average property sale price in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead area is £433,599, based on 50 recent transactions.

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead area recorded 315 crimes in the most recent reporting period. Prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Conservation Areas

There is 1 designated conservation area within the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead area. Planning applications within or near these areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve architectural and historic character. Permitted development rights may be restricted.

Conservation areas include: No data available for publication by HE.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead area includes 10 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

The council area encompasses 385 towns and villages, including Bracknell, Eton, Maidenhead, Newbury, Reading and Slough. Planning applications across these communities can be searched using the postcode search above.

Search Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead Planning Applications

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Whether you're a resident checking Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead planning applications near your home, a homeowner tracking your own application, or a property professional monitoring the local market, Planning Signal gives you the tools to stay informed about planning and development across Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.

Planning Activity

In the last 24 months, 1,365 planning applications Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead received. Of these, 68% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead.

At 60 days on average, decisions in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types in Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead were full planning applications (399), discharge of conditions (352), outline applications (293). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 56 large-scale (major) developments, 35 medium-scale applications, 1,274 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

1,053 planning appeals were lodged against Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead decisions, of which 300 were allowed and 650 were dismissed (32% success rate).

Application Outcomes

Approved: 468 applications
Refused: 175 applications
Withdrawn: 46 applications
Awaiting decision: 676 applications

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