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Planning in Earley

Approved
92%
94 of 101 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Earley

Earley is a town and civil parish located in the Borough of Wokingham, Berkshire, England. Situated approximately 3 miles southeast of Reading and 4 miles northwest of Wokingham, it forms part of the Reading/Wokingham Urban Area alongside Woodley. With a population of 32,036 recorded in the 2011 Census, Earley encompasses several smaller areas, including Maiden Erlegh and Lower Earley, making it a significant location for local planning applications and development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 32,640 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wokingham district.

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

The area around Earley has 11 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Earley 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.earley-tc.gov.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Earley, 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, 124 planning applications were submitted near Earley. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (11), tree works (9), outline applications (7).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Earley?
In the last 24 months, 124 planning applications were submitted near Earley. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Earley?
The average planning decision time near Earley is 53 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 Earley?
The planning approval rate near Earley is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Earley?
The most common type of planning application near Earley is full planning applications, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Earley?
You can search and track planning applications near Earley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.