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Planning in Cookham

Approved
74%
29 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cookham in the last 24 months, from Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead's planning register.

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About Cookham

Cookham is a picturesque village and civil parish located on the banks of the River Thames in Berkshire, approximately 2.9 miles north-north-east of Maidenhead. It forms part of the High Wycombe urban area and, alongside the neighbouring areas of Cookham Rise and Cookham Dean, had a population of 5,779 as of the 2011 Census. Recognized for its affluence, The Daily Telegraph ranked Cookham as Britain's second richest village in 2011, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,771 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Windsor and Maidenhead district.

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

The area around Cookham has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cookham 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 Cookham, 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, 109 planning applications were submitted near Cookham. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were tree works (15), full planning applications (13), outline applications (10). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cookham?
In the last 24 months, 109 planning applications were submitted near Cookham. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cookham?
The average planning decision time near Cookham is 50 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 Cookham?
The planning approval rate near Cookham is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cookham?
The most common type of planning application near Cookham is tree works applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cookham?
You can search and track planning applications near Cookham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.