How long do planning decisions take near Hopgoods Green?

The average planning decision time near Hopgoods Green is 35 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 Hopgoods Green?

The planning approval rate near Hopgoods Green is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hopgoods Green?

The most common type of planning application near Hopgoods Green is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hopgoods Green?

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Hopgoods Green, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hopgoods Green, Berkshire.

Berkshire · England · settlement

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

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Area Information

Admin district: West Berkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Reading West and Mid Berkshire
LSOA: West Berkshire 011A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hopgoods Green.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hopgoods Green based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Hopgoods Green.

- Stag Cottage Zin Zan Upper Bucklebury Reading RG7 6RE
Single storey side/rear extension to provide entrance lobby and lounge
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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A brief summary of Hopgoods Green in Berkshire

Hopgoods Green is a settlement located in Berkshire, England.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Hopgoods Green a particularly low-crime area.

Hopgoods Green 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 Hopgoods Green includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Briff Lane Meadows SSSI; 17 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.

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Planning Activity in Hopgoods Green

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Hopgoods Green. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 35 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Hopgoods Green may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 35 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Hopgoods Green were full planning applications (4), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 36% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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