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Planning in Bowsey Hill

Approved
94%
15 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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About Bowsey Hill

Bowsey Hill, located in the civil parish of Wargrave within Wokingham Borough, Berkshire, stands at 142 metres (466 ft) and features a prominent elevation of 55 metres (180 ft). The hill is home to a small community, with approximately five or six houses at its summit, making it a notable point of interest for planning applications in the area. It sits within the Wargrave district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bowsey Hill 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bowsey Hill, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Bowsey Hill. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (2). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bowsey Hill?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Bowsey Hill. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bowsey Hill?
The average planning decision time near Bowsey Hill is 83 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 Bowsey Hill?
The planning approval rate near Bowsey Hill is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bowsey Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Bowsey Hill is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bowsey Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Bowsey Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.