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Planning in Donnington

Approved
88%
50 of 56 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Donnington

Donnington, a village within the civil parish of Shaw-cum-Donnington in West Berkshire, is situated just north of Newbury. The area is notable for its historical features, including a ruined medieval castle and a striking Strawberry Hill Gothic mansion, which may influence local planning applications and developments. It sits within the Shaw cum Donnington district.

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

The area around Donnington has 12 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Donnington 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 Donnington, 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, 131 planning applications were submitted near Donnington. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were tree works (27), full planning applications (18), outline applications (10). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Donnington?
In the last 24 months, 131 planning applications were submitted near Donnington. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Donnington?
The average planning decision time near Donnington is 55 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 Donnington?
The planning approval rate near Donnington is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Donnington?
The most common type of planning application near Donnington is tree works applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Donnington?
You can search and track planning applications near Donnington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.