Emmbrook, Berkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Emmbrook, Berkshire.
Berkshire · England · settlement
About Emmbrook
Emmbrook is a vibrant suburb located within the town of Wokingham, Berkshire. This area offers a mix of residential and community amenities, making it an attractive option for potential developments and planning applications. Its proximity to Wokingham's town centre enhances its appeal for future growth and infrastructure projects.
District: Wokingham
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £575,893 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Wokingham
- Parliamentary constituency: Wokingham
- LSOA: Wokingham 010A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Emmbrook.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Emmbrook.
- 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 Emmbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
18 planning applications found near Emmbrook.
- - 6 The Green Wokingham RG41 3PG
APPLICATION FOR WORKS TO PROTECTED TREE(S) TPO-0007-1973. A3, Oak - Prune back overhanging branches. Cut back to 2 metres to mitigate risk of debris and clearance of property.
Status: Undecided | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2026-05-04
View full details - - 19 Lowther Road Wokingham RG41 1JB
Householder application for the proposed ground floor rear extension, first floor side extension, façade alterations, floor plan redesign and all associated works.
Status: Undecided | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2026-04-09
View full details - - 34 Lowther Road Wokingham RG41 1JD
Status: Permitted | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2026-03-17
View full details - - 147 Old Woosehill Lane Wokingham Wokingham RG41 3HR
Householder for the proposed erection of single-storey rear extension and associated changes to fenestrations.
Status: Undecided | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2026-03-08
View full details - - 178 Reading Road Wokingham RG41 1LH
APPLICATION FOR WORKS TO PROTECTED TREE(S) TPO 1262/2008, T6 T1, Oak (T6 on TPO) â Fell and grind out stump; replace.
Status: Permitted | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2026-02-25
View full details - - 196 Reading Road Wokingham RG41 1LH
APPLICATION FOR WORKS TO PROTECTED TREE(S) TPO 637/1993, T1 T1, Scots Pine - Fell to ground level.
Status: Rejected | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2025-12-19
View full details - - 14 Woodlands Avenue Winnersh Wokingham RG41 3HL
Status: Permitted | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2025-10-10
View full details - - 48 Northway Wokingham RG41 3PQ
APPLICATION FOR WORKS TO PROTECTED TREE(S) TPO 1091/2005, T3 T1, Pedunculate Oak (T3 on TPO) â Crown reduction back to previous pruning points removing approx. 1-1.5m; crown lift to approx. 4m, and
Status: Permitted | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2025-08-10
View full details - - 47 Simons Lane Wokingham Wokingham RG41 3HG
Householder application for proposed erection of a single storey front extension to create porch, two storey rear and side extension along with changes to fenestration to include additional roof light
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2024-07-21
View full details - - 237 High Road Leyton,
Replacement of existing uPVC casement windows and doors at all elevations with double glazed uPVC units.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Waltham Forest | Date: 2024-07-11
View full details - - 44 Farnesdown Drive Wokingham RG41 1LD
APPLICATION FOR WORKS TO PROTECTED TREE(S) TPO 1196/2007, T1 T1, Oak â Crown lift to approx. 4.5m over garden of no. 44 Farnesdown Drive.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2024-07-07
View full details - - Trinity Court Morrisons Woosehill Shopping Centre Woosehill RG413AT
Full application for the proposed installation of a water filling station including retention of existing structure in Morrisons car park.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2024-06-21
View full details - - Wildewood Simons Lane Wokingham Wokingham RG41 3HH
Application to vary condition 6 of planning consent 223840 for the proposed conversion of existing garage to create habitable accommodation plus single storey front and side extension. Single storey s
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2024-01-28
View full details - - Land to the rear of 7 The Green Wokingham RG41 3PG
APPLICATION FOR WORKS TO PROTECTED TREE(S) TPO 7/1973, AREA 2 T1, Oak - Cut back branches overhanging rear garden of no. 7 The Green by approx. 2m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2023-11-22
View full details - - 3 Woodlands Avenue Winnersh Wokingham RG41 3HL
Householder application for the proposed erection of a first floor side extension, plus alterations to existing single storey rear roof, and changes to fenestration.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2023-11-02
View full details - - 232 Reading Road Wokingham RG41 1HT
Application for non-material amendment to planning consent 211362 for installation of PV panels on the main rear roof slope, changes to fenestration, addition and repositioning of rooflights, installa
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2023-08-11
View full details - - 32 Lowther Road Wokingham RG41 1JD
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for the proposed erection of an outbuilding to be used as a dog grooming salon.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2023-04-28
View full details - - Wildewood Simons Lane Wokingham RG41 3HH
Householder application for the proposed conversion of existing garage to create habitable accommodation plus single storey front and side extension. Single storey side extension. Erection of 5.2m per
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2022-12-30
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A brief summary of Emmbrook in Berkshire
Emmbrook is a vibrant suburb located within the town of Wokingham, Berkshire. This area offers a mix of residential and community amenities, making it an attractive option for potential developments and planning applications. Its proximity to Wokingham's town centre enhances its appeal for future growth and infrastructure projects. It sits within the Wokingham district.
Property prices in Emmbrook show an average sale price of £575,893, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Emmbrook a particularly low-crime area.
Emmbrook 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 Emmbrook includes 12 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Emmbrook
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Emmbrook. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Emmbrook.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Emmbrook slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Emmbrook were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 20% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 3 medium-scale applications, 30 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.