Search Lower Caversham planning applications
22 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Lower Caversham · updated daily · Reading Borough Council
- Mill Pool, Caversham, Reading, RG4 8EXAwaiting decisionReduce the 24m crown by 6 meters and cut off broken limbsConsent under Tree Preservation OrdersReceived 9 Nov 2026PL/26/1509
- 20 Kings Road, Caversham, Reading, RG4 8DTAwaiting decisionHouseholder planning permission for a single-storey rear extensionHouseholder planning permissionReceived 9 Nov 2026PL/26/1505
- Former Gasholder Site, Alexander Turner Close, Reading, RG1 3EAAwaiting decisionApplication for a Non-Material Amendment to condition 19 (contamination validation report) of planning permission PL/25/0697Non-Material AmendmentReceived 4 Nov 2026PL/26/1483
- 187-189 Kings Road, ReadingAwaiting decisionChange of use and conversion of the existing vacant Grade II listed building at 187–189 Kings Road from office use (Class E) to student accommodation (sui generis), together with associated internal and external alterations, landscaping, cycle and refuse storage, and all ancillary worksListed building consent (Alt/Ext)Received 27 Oct 2026PL/26/1431
- 187-189 Kings Road, ReadingAwaiting decisionChange of use and conversion of the existing vacant Grade II listed building at 187–189 Kings Road from office use (Class E) to student accommodation (sui generis), together with associated internal and external alterations, landscaping, cycle and refuse storage, and all ancillary worksFull planning permissionReceived 27 Oct 2026PL/26/1430
Planning in Lower Caversham
- Approved
- 76%
- 71 of 80 decided
- Decision time
- about 10 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Lower Caversham in the last 24 months, from Reading Borough Council's planning register.
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Around Lower Caversham
Postcode districts
RG4 349 applications in the last 12 monthsRG1 304 applications in the last 12 months
Applications in each district in the last 12 months.
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Planning authority: Reading Borough Council
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About Lower Caversham
Lower Caversham is a distinct area within Caversham, Berkshire, and is part of the larger town of Reading. Typically characterized by its lower elevation to the east of central Caversham, it is situated near the scenic banks of the River Thames. This locale offers unique planning opportunities, especially for developments that capitalize on its proximity to the river and central amenities. It sits within the Reading district.
There are currently no active flood warnings for the Lower Caversham 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 Lower Caversham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Lower Caversham has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lower Caversham 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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In the last 24 months, 130 planning applications were submitted near Lower Caversham. Of these, 76% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (31), discharge of conditions (26), outline applications (15). 3 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).