How long do planning decisions take near Frilsham?

The average planning decision time near Frilsham is 58 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 Frilsham?

The planning approval rate near Frilsham is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Frilsham?

The most common type of planning application near Frilsham is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Frilsham?

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Frilsham, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Frilsham, Berkshire.

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

About Frilsham

Frilsham is a picturesque village and civil parish located just 4 miles (6.4 km) from Newbury in Berkshire. This charming area offers a blend of rural tranquillity and proximity to urban amenities, making it an interesting location for potential planning applications.

Population: 324 (2021) · Area: 4.9 km²

District: West Berkshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £393,851 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Berkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Reading West and Mid Berkshire
LSOA: West Berkshire 007A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Frilsham.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Frilsham based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Frilsham.

- Atrium Frilsham Thatcham RG18 9XH
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 13 (SuDs pre commencement) of approved 23/02569/ FUL Report carried out by applicant showing the current soakaway is in working condition.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2025-09-22
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- Tanglewood Beechfield Lane Frilsham Thatcham RG18 9XD
Converted roof throughout to provide first floor accommodation space with additional side and rear extension at ground floor level. Enlargement of existing outbuilding.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2024-07-11
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A brief summary of Frilsham in Berkshire

Frilsham covers an area of approximately 4.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Frilsham show an average sale price of £393,851, 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 Frilsham a particularly low-crime area.

Frilsham 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 Frilsham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Coombe Wood, Frilsham 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Frilsham 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.

Planning Activity in Frilsham

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Frilsham. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 58 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 Frilsham.

At 58 days on average, decisions near Frilsham slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Frilsham were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (2), amendments (2).

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