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Planning in Great Shefford

Only 1 decision near Great Shefford in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Great Shefford in the last 24 months, from West Berkshire Council's planning register.

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About Great Shefford

Great Shefford is a charming village and civil parish located along the River Lambourn in West Berkshire. The parish encompasses the historical area of Little or East Shefford, as well as the nearby village of Shefford Woodlands, situated approximately 1.5 miles south-west of Great Shefford and conveniently close to Junction 14 of the M4 motorway. This picturesque setting offers potential for various planning applications, catering to both residential and community development. The settlement has a population of approximately 949 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Berkshire district.

Great Shefford covers an area of approximately 13.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Shefford 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 Great Shefford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Shefford 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.greatshefford.org.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Great Shefford, 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, 10 planning applications were submitted near Great Shefford.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Shefford?
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Great Shefford.
What types of planning applications are most common near Great Shefford?
The most common type of planning application near Great Shefford is outline applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Great Shefford?
You can search and track planning applications near Great Shefford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.