How long do planning decisions take near Englefield?

The average planning decision time near Englefield is 8 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 Englefield?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Englefield?

The most common type of planning application near Englefield is discharge of conditions, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Englefield?

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Englefield, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Englefield, Berkshire.

Berkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Englefield are administered by West Berkshire Council. View the full West Berkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Englefield

Englefield is a quaint village and civil parish located in Berkshire, England, primarily nestled within the grounds of the private Englefield House estate. Situated in the West Berkshire district near Reading, this charming locale presents unique planning opportunities within its residential and estate settings.

Population: 269 (2021) · Area: 9.3 km²

District: West Berkshire

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Area Information

Admin district: West Berkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Reading West and Mid Berkshire
LSOA: West Berkshire 011A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Englefield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Englefield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Englefield.

26/01041/TPC - Elmfields The Street Englefield Reading RG7 5ES
T2 - Douglas Fir: Fell to ground level
Status: Undecided | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2026-05-14
- The Workshop Englefield Estate Yard The Street Englefield Reading RG7 5ES
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 27 (External lighting) of approved 20/01425/COMIND - Change of use of buildings (including Grade II listed sawmill) to employment uses (Use Cl
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2023-07-21
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A brief summary of Englefield in Berkshire

Englefield covers an area of approximately 9.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

Englefield 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 Englefield includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sulham and Tidmarsh Woods and Meadows SSSI; 15 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 Englefield

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Englefield. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 8 days.

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

The average decision time of 8 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Englefield were discharge of conditions (1), telecoms (1).

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