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Planning in Calcot

Approved
74%
14 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

Decided by West Berkshire CouncilCouncil page

Around Calcot

Postcode districts

RG31 161 applications in the last 12 monthsRG30 165 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: West Berkshire Council

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About Calcot

Calcot, also known as Calcot Row, is a village situated in West Berkshire, England, approximately 3 miles from Reading's town centre. Positioned along the historic A4 Bath Road, Calcot lies between the hamlet of Horncastle and Junction 12 of the M4 motorway, making it a key area for potential planning applications and developments within the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 9,093. It sits within the West Berkshire district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Calcot a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Calcot has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Calcot 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 Calcot, 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, 40 planning applications were submitted near Calcot. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were tree works (7), full planning applications (6), outline applications (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Calcot?
In the last 24 months, 40 planning applications were submitted near Calcot. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Calcot?
The average planning decision time near Calcot is 65 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 Calcot?
The planning approval rate near Calcot is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Calcot?
The most common type of planning application near Calcot is tree works applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Calcot?
You can search and track planning applications near Calcot on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.