How long do planning decisions take near Sheffield Bottom?

The average planning decision time near Sheffield Bottom is 68 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 Sheffield Bottom?

The planning approval rate near Sheffield Bottom is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Sheffield Bottom?

The most common type of planning application near Sheffield Bottom is outline applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sheffield Bottom?

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Sheffield Bottom, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sheffield Bottom, Berkshire.

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Planning applications in Sheffield Bottom are administered by West Berkshire Council. View the full West Berkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Sheffield Bottom

Burghfield is a vibrant village and civil parish located in West Berkshire, England, bordering Reading. With a history dating back to before the Domesday Book, Burghfield was historically home to three manors: Burghfield Regis, Burghfield Abbas, and Sheffield. The population has nearly doubled since the 1980s due to the development of housing estates, transforming Burghfield into a popular residential area for commuters to Reading, Newbury, Basingstoke, and the M4 corridor, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: West Berkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Reading West and Mid Berkshire
LSOA: West Berkshire 022C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sheffield Bottom.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sheffield Bottom based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Sheffield Bottom in Berkshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Sheffield Bottom a particularly low-crime area.

Sheffield Bottom 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 Sheffield Bottom includes 5 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 Sheffield Bottom

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Sheffield Bottom. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sheffield Bottom may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Sheffield Bottom slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Sheffield Bottom were outline applications (1), tree works (1).

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