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20 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Finchampstead · updated daily · Wokingham Borough Council

Only 8 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 20 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Planning in Finchampstead

Approved
94%
17 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Finchampstead in the last 24 months, from Wokingham Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Finchampstead

Postcode districts

RG40 269 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wokingham Borough Council

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About Finchampstead

Finchampstead is an affluent village and civil parish located in Wokingham Borough, Berkshire, just 2 miles south of Wokingham and 5 miles west of Bracknell. Its desirable living conditions make it one of the wealthiest areas in the UK, renowned for its high standard of living. With its proximity to major towns and central London, Finchampstead presents a compelling opportunity for planning applications, catering to a community that values quality of life and local amenities. The settlement has a population of approximately 12,750 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wokingham district.

Property prices in Finchampstead show an average sale price of £446,660, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Finchampstead a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Finchampstead has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Finchampstead 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 http://www.finchampstead-pc.gov.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Finchampstead, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Finchampstead. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Finchampstead?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Finchampstead. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Finchampstead?
The average planning decision time near Finchampstead 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 Finchampstead?
The planning approval rate near Finchampstead is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Finchampstead?
The most common type of planning application near Finchampstead is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Finchampstead?
You can search and track planning applications near Finchampstead on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.