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Planning in Chavey Down

Approved
83%
29 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chavey Down in the last 24 months, from Bracknell Forest Council's planning register.

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Around Chavey Down

Postcode districts

SL5 345 applications in the last 12 monthsRG12 134 applications in the last 12 monthsRG42 162 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bracknell Forest Council

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About Chavey Down

Chavey Down is a hamlet located in Berkshire, England, straddling the boundaries of Ascot and the civil parish of Winkfield. Situated about 1 mile west of the renowned Ascot Racecourse and close to the A329 road, it falls within the Bracknell Forest borough, to the south-west of Windsor. This strategic location makes Chavey Down an area of interest for planning applications and local developments.

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

The area around Chavey Down has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chavey Down 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 Chavey Down, 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, 48 planning applications were submitted near Chavey Down. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (14), full planning applications (13), outline applications (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chavey Down?
In the last 24 months, 48 planning applications were submitted near Chavey Down. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chavey Down?
The average planning decision time near Chavey Down is 53 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 Chavey Down?
The planning approval rate near Chavey Down is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chavey Down?
The most common type of planning application near Chavey Down is tree works applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chavey Down?
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