How long do planning decisions take near Newtown (RG20)?

The average planning decision time near Newtown (RG20) is 50 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 Newtown (RG20)?

The planning approval rate near Newtown (RG20) is 50%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Newtown (RG20)?

The most common type of planning application near Newtown (RG20) is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Newtown (RG20)?

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Newtown (RG20), Hampshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Newtown (RG20), Hampshire.

Hampshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Newtown (RG20) are administered by Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council. View the full Basingstoke And Deane Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Newtown (RG20)

Newtown is a village and civil parish located in Hampshire, England, situated approximately 1.5 miles (2.4 km) south of Newbury in Berkshire. This quaint community may present opportunities for various planning applications, making it a point of interest for developers and local authorities alike.

Population: 349 (2021)

District: Basingstoke and Deane

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £229,900 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Berkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Reading West and Mid Berkshire
LSOA: West Berkshire 001B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Newtown (RG20).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Newtown (RG20).

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 Newtown (RG20) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Newtown (RG20).

- Out Of District Planning Consultation Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council Land To The South Of Threeways Harts Lane Newtown Hampshire RG20 9AP
Out of District Planning Consultation BDBC: Ref 24/00290/FUL - Erection of a detached dwelling, together with access, parking, landscaping and other associated works and infrastructure.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2024-08-30
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A brief summary of Newtown (RG20) in Hampshire

Property prices in Newtown (RG20) show an average sale price of £229,900, 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 Newtown (RG20) a particularly low-crime area.

Newtown (RG20) 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 Newtown (RG20) includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Greenham and Crookham Commons SSSI; 14 Ancient Woodland sites. 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 Newtown (RG20)

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Newtown (RG20). Of these, 50% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 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 Newtown (RG20).

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Newtown (RG20) were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 57% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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