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Planning in Harmans Water

Approved
86%
67 of 75 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Harmans Water in the last 24 months, from Bracknell Forest Council's planning register.

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Around Harmans Water

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About Harmans Water

Harmans Water is a suburb of Bracknell in Berkshire, previously part of the parish of Winkfield. Named after the now-vanished Harman's Water Lake, the area saw development commence around 1960, making it the fourth and final estate constructed under the original plan for the new town of Bracknell. This historical context may offer valuable insights for those researching planning applications in the region.

Property prices in Harmans Water show an average sale price of £433,599, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Harmans Water 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 Harmans Water a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Harmans Water has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Harmans Water, 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, 113 planning applications were submitted near Harmans Water. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (22), tree works (19), full planning applications (12). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harmans Water?
In the last 24 months, 113 planning applications were submitted near Harmans Water. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Harmans Water?
The average planning decision time near Harmans Water is 79 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 Harmans Water?
The planning approval rate near Harmans Water is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Harmans Water?
The most common type of planning application near Harmans Water is discharge of conditions, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Harmans Water?
You can search and track planning applications near Harmans Water on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.