How long do planning decisions take near Crookham?

The average planning decision time near Crookham is 56 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 Crookham?

The planning approval rate near Crookham is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Crookham?

The most common type of planning application near Crookham is tree works applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Crookham?

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Crookham, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Crookham, Berkshire.

Berkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Crookham are administered by Bracknell Forest Council. View the full Bracknell Forest Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Crookham

Crookham is a dispersed hamlet located in Berkshire, England, and forms part of the civil parish of Thatcham. Its rural setting and community layout may present unique opportunities and considerations for planning applications in the area.

District: Brimpton

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Area Information

Admin district: West Berkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Reading West and Mid Berkshire
LSOA: West Berkshire 022B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Crookham.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Crookham.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Crookham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Crookham in Berkshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Crookham a particularly low-crime area.

Crookham has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Crookham includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Greenham and Crookham Commons SSSI, River Kennet SSSI; 15 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Crookham

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Crookham. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Crookham may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Crookham were tree works (1), amendments (1). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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