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Planning in Ascot

Approved
76%
66 of 80 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ascot in the last 24 months, from Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead's planning register.

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About Ascot

Ascot is a town located in the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead, Berkshire, England. Situated just 6 miles south of Windsor and 4 miles east of Bracknell, it is also approximately 25 miles west of London, making it a well-connected area for planning applications and development projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 11,603. It sits within the Sunninghill and Ascot district.

Property prices in Ascot show an average sale price of £654,532, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ascot 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 (September 2026). This makes Ascot a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ascot has 18 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ascot 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.ascotvillage.org.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Ascot, 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, 162 planning applications were submitted near Ascot. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (42), discharge of conditions (21), tree works (15). 16 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ascot?
In the last 24 months, 162 planning applications were submitted near Ascot. The approval rate is 76%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ascot?
The average planning decision time near Ascot is 71 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 Ascot?
The planning approval rate near Ascot is 76%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ascot?
The most common type of planning application near Ascot is full planning applications, with 42 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ascot?
You can search and track planning applications near Ascot on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.