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Planning in College Town

Approved
88%
23 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About College Town

College Town is a suburb of Sandhurst in Berkshire, England, situated within the Sandhurst Parish Council and Bracknell Forest. Located north of the A321 road and adjacent to the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, this area is relevant for planning applications due to its proximity to key military and residential facilities. It sits within the Sandhurst district.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, College Town 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 College Town, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near College Town. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), tree works (7), outline applications (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near College Town?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near College Town. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near College Town?
The average planning decision time near College Town is 68 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 College Town?
The planning approval rate near College Town is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near College Town?
The most common type of planning application near College Town is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near College Town?
You can search and track planning applications near College Town on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.