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Planning in Bucklebury

Only 8 decisions near Bucklebury in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Bucklebury

Bucklebury is a picturesque village and civil parish located in West Berkshire, England, approximately 5 miles northeast of Newbury and just north of the A4 road. With a population of 2,116, the village itself is smaller, offering a quaint rural atmosphere. Notably, Bucklebury Common, spanning over 1 square kilometre, stands as one of the largest commons in Berkshire, making it a significant area for potential planning applications related to land use and conservation. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,174 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Berkshire district.

Bucklebury covers an area of approximately 21.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

The area around Bucklebury has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bucklebury 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 https://web.archive.org/web/20110224045113/http://buckleburyparish.org/default.aspx.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bucklebury, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Bucklebury.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), listed building and heritage (3), tree works (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bucklebury?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Bucklebury.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bucklebury?
The most common type of planning application near Bucklebury is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bucklebury?
You can search and track planning applications near Bucklebury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.