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Planning in Eton

Approved
74%
52 of 66 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Eton in the last 24 months, from Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead's planning register.

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About Eton

Eton is a historic town in Berkshire, England, situated on the banks of the River Thames directly across from Windsor, linked by Windsor Bridge. Home to a population of 4,692 as of the 2011 census, Eton is renowned for its prestigious Eton College. The civil parish also encompasses the nearby village of Eton Wick, located two miles to the west, and the town transitioned from Buckinghamshire to Berkshire in 1974. The town has a population of approximately 5,122 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Windsor and Maidenhead district.

Property prices in Eton show an average sale price of £565,240, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Eton 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 (May 2026). This makes Eton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Eton has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Eton 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 https://www.etontowncouncil.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Eton, 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, 260 planning applications were submitted near Eton. Of these, 74% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (32), full planning applications (20), outline applications (13). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Eton?
In the last 24 months, 260 planning applications were submitted near Eton. The approval rate is 74%.
How long do planning decisions take near Eton?
The average planning decision time near Eton is 48 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 Eton?
The planning approval rate near Eton is 74%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Eton?
The most common type of planning application near Eton is discharge of conditions, with 32 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Eton?
You can search and track planning applications near Eton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.