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Planning in Heathlands

Approved
91%
21 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Heathlands

Heathlands in Berkshire represent a unique shrubland habitat defined by its open, low-growing woody vegetation thriving on free-draining, infertile, acidic soils. These areas are often associated with moorland, which typically occurs in cooler, damper climates at higher elevations, making them significant for local biodiversity and planning considerations.

Property prices in Heathlands 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 Heathlands a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Heathlands 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 Heathlands, 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 Heathlands. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 2 were dismissed (33% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Heathlands?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Heathlands. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Heathlands?
The average planning decision time near Heathlands is 56 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 Heathlands?
The planning approval rate near Heathlands is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Heathlands?
The most common type of planning application near Heathlands is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Heathlands?
You can search and track planning applications near Heathlands on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.