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Planning in Burghfield Hill

Approved
97%
37 of 38 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Burghfield Hill

Burghfield Hill is a settlement located in Berkshire, England.

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

The area around Burghfield Hill has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burghfield 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 Burghfield 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, 84 planning applications were submitted near Burghfield Hill. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

The most common types were tree works (15), full planning applications (9), telecoms (7).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burghfield Hill?
In the last 24 months, 84 planning applications were submitted near Burghfield Hill. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Burghfield Hill?
The average planning decision time near Burghfield Hill is 38 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 Burghfield Hill?
The planning approval rate near Burghfield Hill is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burghfield Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Burghfield Hill is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burghfield Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Burghfield Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.