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21 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Burghfield Common · updated daily · West Berkshire Council
- 3 Blands Close Burghfield Common Reading RG7 3JYApprovedFell 3x Dead PinesReceived 4 Nov 2026Decided 4 Nov 202626/02414/5DAY
- 2 Tanners Close Burghfield Common Reading RG7 3JQAwaiting decisionT1 Macrocarpa - to reduce tree's canopy to suitable growth points removing 1-2 metres (10%) to create an even canopy. The tree is currently estimated to be approximately 19 metres tall. The proposed works involve a modest crown reduction, removing approximately 1-2 metres from the outer branch extremities where appropriate, pruning back to suitable growth points whilst retaining a balanced and natural crown shape. The proposed finished dimensions following pruning are: Overall height: approximately 17.5 metres, Maximum crown spread: approximately 15 metres. To crown raise tree and lift the lower branches to provide a minimum clearance of 3 metres above ground level, specifically over the driveway and parking area, pruning lower hanging branches that touch roofs of cars preventing the property owners from using their driveway or parking underneath tree when there has been rain.Received 26 Oct 202626/02221/TPW
- The Spinney Bunces Lane Burghfield Common Reading RG7 3DGAwaiting decisionInstallation of an additional air conditioning condenser unit to the rear elevation (third unit being installed) Existing are i) air source heat pump ii) air conditioning condenser unit. Additional air conditioning condenser unit to be the same size as existing (ii).Received 22 Oct 202626/02285/HOUSE
- Burghfield Veterinary Surgery 1 Tarragon Way Burghfield Common Reading RG7 3YUAwaiting decisionProposed external signage to existing Veterinary practice.Received 16 Oct 202626/02236/ADV
- Street Record 2 Recreation Road Burghfield Common ReadingAwaiting decisionNotification under Regulation 5 of the Electronic Communications Code (Conditions and Restrictions) Regulations 2003 (as amended) to utilise permitted development rights (Part 16 of Schedule 2 of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) (England) Order 2015 (as amended). Erection of a 10 Metre Light Wooden Pole near 132 Recreation Road, RG7 3EN.Received 12 Oct 202626/02233/TELE28
Planning in Burghfield Common
- Approved
- 100%
- 39 of 39 decided
- Decision time
- about 6 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Burghfield Common in the last 24 months, from West Berkshire Council's planning register.
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About Burghfield Common
Burghfield Common, located in West Berkshire, England, is a vibrant village and civil parish that borders Reading. With a history that predates the Domesday Book, it was once home to three manors: Burghfield Regis, Burghfield Abbas, and Sheffield. The area's population has nearly doubled since the 1980s due to the development of housing estates, positioning Burghfield as a key residential hub for nearby towns such as Reading, Newbury, and Basingstoke, as well as the M4 corridor.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Burghfield Common 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 Burghfield Common a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Burghfield Common has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
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In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near Burghfield Common. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.
The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (11), telecoms (5).