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Planning in Midgham

Only 5 decisions near Midgham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Midgham in the last 24 months, from West Berkshire Council's planning register.

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About Midgham

Midgham is a picturesque village and civil parish located on the north side of the River Kennet in Berkshire, characterized by its slopes and floodplain. Situated 6 miles east of Newbury and 2 miles east of Thatcham, it offers a tranquil setting with smaller watercourses enhancing its natural landscape. The parish is conveniently located just 4.5 miles south of the M4 motorway, making it accessible for potential development and planning opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 313 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Berkshire district.

Midgham covers an area of approximately 5.0 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Midgham show an average sale price of £442,190, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Midgham 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 Midgham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Midgham has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Midgham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.midgham.com/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Midgham, 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, 8 planning applications were submitted near Midgham.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Midgham?
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Midgham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Midgham?
The most common type of planning application near Midgham is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Midgham?
You can search and track planning applications near Midgham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.