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Planning in Barkham

Approved
94%
17 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barkham in the last 24 months, from Wokingham Borough Council's planning register.

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About Barkham

Barkham is a quaint village and civil parish situated in the borough of Wokingham, Berkshire, approximately 2 miles southwest of Wokingham town. This rural community offers a blend of residential and agricultural land, making it a notable area for those considering planning applications or development opportunities in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 4,336 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wokingham district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Barkham 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 Barkham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Barkham has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Barkham, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Barkham. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (2), amendments (2), outline applications (1). 1 large-scale development was 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 Barkham?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Barkham. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Barkham?
The average planning decision time near Barkham is 60 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 Barkham?
The planning approval rate near Barkham is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barkham?
The most common type of planning application near Barkham is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barkham?
You can search and track planning applications near Barkham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.