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Planning in East Burnham

Approved
75%
44 of 59 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About East Burnham

East Burnham is a large village and civil parish in southern Buckinghamshire, situated north of the River Thames, between Maidenhead and Slough, approximately 24 miles west of Charing Cross, London. The area is notable for its proximity to the picturesque Burnham Beeches woodland, making it an attractive location for potential development and planning applications.

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

The area around East Burnham has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Burnham 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 East Burnham, 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, 108 planning applications were submitted near East Burnham. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (33), outline applications (25), tree works (8). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Burnham?
In the last 24 months, 108 planning applications were submitted near East Burnham. The approval rate is 75%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Burnham?
The average planning decision time near East Burnham 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 East Burnham?
The planning approval rate near East Burnham is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Burnham?
The most common type of planning application near East Burnham is full planning applications, with 33 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Burnham?
You can search and track planning applications near East Burnham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.