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Planning in Brands Hill

Approved
77%
27 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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About Brands Hill

Brands Hill is a village located in Berkshire, England, situated near Colnbrook along Bath Road and adjacent to the M4 motorway's Langley junction. The area, which has evolved from a modest collection of houses, is notable for the Colnbrook bypass that runs through it, providing vital connectivity to the M4 and Heathrow Airport. A significant portion of the local population is employed at Heathrow and the nearby Royal Mail Depot, making it a key area for planning applications related to transport and infrastructure development. It sits within the Colnbrook with Poyle district.

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

The area around Brands Hill has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brands 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 Brands 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, 71 planning applications were submitted near Brands Hill. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 85 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (13), outline applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Brands Hill?
In the last 24 months, 71 planning applications were submitted near Brands Hill. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brands Hill?
The average planning decision time near Brands Hill is 85 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 Brands Hill?
The planning approval rate near Brands Hill is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brands Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Brands Hill is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brands Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Brands Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.