How long do planning decisions take near Fifield?

The average planning decision time near Fifield is 41 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 Fifield?

The planning approval rate near Fifield is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Fifield?

The most common type of planning application near Fifield is outline applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Fifield?

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Fifield, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Fifield, Berkshire.

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About Fifield

Fifield is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Bray in Berkshire, southeast England. Conveniently positioned near the junction of the M4 and A404(M) motorways, it is approximately 3 miles from both Maidenhead and Windsor. The village features the Fifield Inn, a local pub that was refurbished in 2014, serving as a community hub for residents and visitors alike.

Population: 1,000

District: Bray

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £483,940 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Windsor and Maidenhead
Parliamentary constituency: Maidenhead
LSOA: Windsor and Maidenhead 002E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Fifield.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Fifield based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Fifield.

- 8 Forest View Cottages Forest Green Road Holyport Maidenhead SL6 2NS
Certificate of lawfulness to determine whether the proposed single storey front extension with canopy is lawful.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Windsor | Date: 2026-03-16
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- Abcot UK Ltd Green Acres Oakley Green Road Oakley Green Windsor SL4 4QF
Change of use of land to use as a residential caravan site comprising 4no. Gypsy/Traveller pitches, each accommodating one static caravan/mobile home and one tourer. Proposed development includes layi
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Windsor | Date: 2026-02-02
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- Yard And Buildings Adjacent To Orchard Cottage Green Lane Fifield Maidenhead SL6 2PF
Demolition/removal of the existing buildings, structures and hardstanding and the erection of four dwellings (two 2-bedroom, one 3-bedroom and one 4-bedroom) with access, parking and amenity space.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Windsor | Date: 2025-12-24
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A brief summary of Fifield in Berkshire

Property prices in Fifield show an average sale price of £483,940, 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 Fifield a particularly low-crime area.

Fifield 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 Fifield includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bray Pennyroyal Field SSSI, Windsor Forest and Great Park SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Windsor Forest & Great Park. 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 Fifield

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Fifield. Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Fifield.

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Fifield were outline applications (4), full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 6 smaller schemes were submitted.

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