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Planning in Bradfield

Approved
81%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bradfield in the last 24 months, from West Berkshire Council's planning register.

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About Bradfield

Bradfield is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Berkshire, England, with a population of 2,208 as of the 2021 census. The area features a mix of agricultural land and woodland, with its main settlements including the historical centre of Bradfield Southend and the hamlet of Tutts Clump. Notably, the village is also home to the prestigious Bradfield College, adding to its community significance. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,209 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Berkshire district.

Bradfield covers an area of approximately 16.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bradfield 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 Bradfield, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Bradfield. Of these, 81% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (5), discharge of conditions (3), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bradfield?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Bradfield. The approval rate is 81%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bradfield?
The average planning decision time near Bradfield is 53 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 Bradfield?
The planning approval rate near Bradfield is 81%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bradfield?
The most common type of planning application near Bradfield is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bradfield?
You can search and track planning applications near Bradfield on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.