How long do planning decisions take near Downend?

The average planning decision time near Downend is 66 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 Downend?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Downend?

The most common type of planning application near Downend is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Downend?

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Downend, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Downend, Berkshire.

Berkshire · England · settlement

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

About Downend

Chieveley is a village and significant civil parish located 3.5 miles north of Newbury in Berkshire. Its proximity to the M4 motorway and A34 road makes it an accessible area, and the parish provides essential services, which may be relevant for those considering planning applications in the region.

District: Chieveley

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Area Information

Admin district: Basingstoke and Deane
Parliamentary constituency: North West Hampshire
LSOA: Basingstoke and Deane 003E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Downend.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Downend based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Downend in Berkshire

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

Downend 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 Downend includes 3 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. 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 Downend

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Downend. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

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

At 66 days on average, decisions near Downend slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Downend were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 71% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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