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Planning in Chieveley

Approved
86%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Chieveley

Chieveley is a village and extensive civil parish located 3.5 miles north of Newbury in Berkshire, conveniently situated near the M4 motorway and A34 road. The area offers various local services, making it a potential focal point for planning applications related to development and infrastructure within the parish.

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

The area around Chieveley has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chieveley 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 Chieveley, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Chieveley. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chieveley?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Chieveley. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chieveley?
The average planning decision time near Chieveley is 70 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 Chieveley?
The planning approval rate near Chieveley is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chieveley?
The most common type of planning application near Chieveley is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chieveley?
You can search and track planning applications near Chieveley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.