How long do planning decisions take near Farley Hill?

The average planning decision time near Farley Hill is 2 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 Farley Hill?

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

How can I track planning applications near Farley Hill?

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Farley Hill, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Farley Hill, Berkshire.

Berkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Farley Hill are administered by Bracknell Forest Council. View the full Bracknell Forest Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Farley Hill

Farley Hill is a quaint village located in Berkshire, England, falling under the civil parish of Swallowfield. It is governed by the unitary authority of Wokingham, making it an important area for those considering planning applications within this part of the county.

District: Swallowfield

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Area Information

Admin district: West Berkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Reading West and Mid Berkshire
LSOA: West Berkshire 009C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Farley Hill.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Farley Hill based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Farley Hill.

- Addington Early Years Centre Church Road Farley Hill Wokingham RG7 1UB
Application for submission of details to comply with the following condition of planning consent 223806 dated 13/04/2023. Condition 12, Access.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2024-06-21
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A brief summary of Farley Hill in Berkshire

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

Farley Hill 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 Farley Hill includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bramshill SSSI; 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Protection Areas (SPA): Thames Basin Heaths. 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 Farley Hill

In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Farley Hill. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 2 days.

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

The average decision time of 2 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

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