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Planning in Dowlesgreen

Approved
93%
99 of 105 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Dowlesgreen in the last 24 months, from Wokingham Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Dowlesgreen

Postcode districts

RG40 269 applications in the last 12 monthsRG41 169 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wokingham Borough Council

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About Dowlesgreen

Dowlesgreen is a settlement located in Berkshire, England.

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

The area around Dowlesgreen has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dowlesgreen 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 Dowlesgreen, 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, 127 planning applications were submitted near Dowlesgreen. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), listed building and heritage (9), tree works (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

9 planning appeals were lodged, of which 5 were allowed and 4 were dismissed (56% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dowlesgreen?
In the last 24 months, 127 planning applications were submitted near Dowlesgreen. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dowlesgreen?
The average planning decision time near Dowlesgreen is 49 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 Dowlesgreen?
The planning approval rate near Dowlesgreen is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dowlesgreen?
The most common type of planning application near Dowlesgreen is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dowlesgreen?
You can search and track planning applications near Dowlesgreen on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.