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Planning in Popeswood

Approved
97%
34 of 34 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Popeswood in the last 24 months, from Bracknell Forest Council's planning register.

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Around Popeswood

Postcode districts

RG42 162 applications in the last 12 monthsRG12 134 applications in the last 12 monthsRG40 269 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Bracknell Forest Council

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About Popeswood

Popeswood is a village located in Berkshire, England, just 1.5 miles west of Bracknell within the civil parish of Binfield. The village primarily sits north of the B3408, adjacent to Temple Park, while a smaller area extends south of the road, nestled between Amen Corner and Farley Wood. This geographical positioning makes Popeswood an area of interest for planning applications, particularly in relation to residential and commercial developments. It sits within the Binfield district.

Property prices in Popeswood show an average sale price of £433,599, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Popeswood 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 Popeswood a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Popeswood has 21 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Popeswood 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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To comment on or object to a planning application near Popeswood, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Popeswood. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (8), tree works (8).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Popeswood?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Popeswood. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Popeswood?
The average planning decision time near Popeswood is 54 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 Popeswood?
The planning approval rate near Popeswood is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Popeswood?
The most common type of planning application near Popeswood is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Popeswood?
You can search and track planning applications near Popeswood on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.