How long do planning decisions take near Hurley?

The average planning decision time near Hurley is 60 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 Hurley?

The planning approval rate near Hurley is 40%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Hurley?

The most common type of planning application near Hurley is tree works applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Hurley?

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Hurley, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Hurley, Berkshire.

Berkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Hurley are administered by Royal Borough Of Windsor And Maidenhead. View the full Royal Borough Of Windsor And Maidenhead planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Hurley

Hurley is a charming village and rural civil parish located in Berkshire, England, characterized by its picturesque riverside and agricultural surroundings. Notable landmarks include the historic Hurley Priory and the Olde Bell Inn, which is thought to have been established in 1135. This serene setting offers a unique blend of historical significance and rural charm, making it an interesting area for planning applications.

Population: 2,013 (2021)

District: Windsor and Maidenhead

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £513,759 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Windsor and Maidenhead
Parliamentary constituency: Maidenhead
LSOA: Windsor and Maidenhead 004B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Hurley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Hurley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

14 planning applications found near Hurley.

- Malt House Cottage High Street Hurley Maidenhead SL6 5LT
Black locust (false acacia) tree - fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Windsor | Date: 2026-06-15
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- 12 Bell Court Hurley Maidenhead SL6 5NA
Certificate of lawfulness to determine whether the proposed sunken swimming pool is lawful.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Windsor | Date: 2026-05-28
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- The Walled Garden High Street Hurley Maidenhead SL6 5NB
T1 Silver Birch - fell.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Windsor | Date: 2026-05-01
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- Malt House Cottage High Street Hurley Maidenhead SL6 5LT
(T2) Lime - Remove epicormic growth to a height of 1.5m from ground level. (T3) Lime - Remove epicormic growth to a height of 1.5m above ground. (T4 and T5) Lime - Lower overhanging branches to a heig
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Windsor | Date: 2026-03-09
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- Guernsey Cottage High Street Hurley Maidenhead SL6 5LT
Certificate of lawfulness to determine whether the proposed two storey rear extension, 1no. front rooflight, garage conversion and alterations to fenestration are lawful.
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Windsor | Date: 2026-02-16
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- Richmond Cottage High Street Hurley Maidenhead SL6 5LT
T1 Beech tree - prune to give up to 2.5m clearance to the building line on the main south eastern elevation of Richmond Cottage (this does not include the porch); prune to give up to 2m clearance to a
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Windsor | Date: 2025-10-22
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- Locksley House High Street Hurley Maidenhead SL6 5LT
Certificate of lawfulness to determine whether the proposed underground outbuilding with stairs and glass enclosure is lawful.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Windsor | Date: 2025-08-01
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- Horizon Honey Lane Hurley Maidenhead SL6 6RJ
Prior approval for the change of use of the first and second floor and part change of use of the ground floor from office building (Class E) to residential (Class C3) for 63no. dwellings.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Windsor | Date: 2024-11-25
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- Courtlands High Street Hurley Maidenhead SL6 5NB
Variation (under Section 73A) of Condition 2 (Materials) of planning permission for 22/00560/FULL for the conversion of the existing garage with new roof, rear canopy and glass link extension to the m
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Conditions | Council: Windsor | Date: 2024-08-21
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- Horizon Honey Lane Hurley Maidenhead SL6 6RJ
Prior approval for the change of use from use class E (office) to C3 (residential) to create 76no. dwellings.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Windsor | Date: 2024-07-10
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- Land At Ash Lawn High Street Hurley Maidenhead
Certificate of lawfulness to determine whether the existing B8 (Storage and Distribution) use of the building and curtilage is lawful.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Windsor | Date: 2023-12-27
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- Monks Garden Mill Lane Hurley Maidenhead SL6 5ND
Replacement roof tiles to existing garage and a new attached car port
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Windsor | Date: 2023-10-13
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- Lee End High Street Hurley Maidenhead SL6 5LT
T1 - Willow - height reduction by 5m to the union. T2 - Beech - Reduce middle leader by 3m and the overextended limbs to the rear and sides by 2m. T3 - Oak - Crown lifting to 2m from ground level.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Windsor | Date: 2023-06-09
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- Oak Tree Farm Hurley Lane Hurley Maidenhead SL6 5LL
Notification to determine whether prior approval is required for a new agricultural barn.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: Windsor | Date: 2023-05-19
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A brief summary of Hurley in Berkshire

Property prices in Hurley show an average sale price of £513,759, 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 Hurley a particularly low-crime area.

Hurley has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Harleyford and Wittington, No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Hurley includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns. 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 Hurley

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Hurley. Of these, 40% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 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 Hurley.

At 60 days on average, decisions near Hurley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Hurley were tree works (5), outline applications (4), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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