Shefford Woodlands, Berkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Shefford Woodlands, Berkshire.
Berkshire · England · settlement
About Shefford Woodlands
Shefford Woodlands is a quaint village located in West Berkshire, England, approximately 3 miles northeast of Hungerford and 1 mile southeast of Great Shefford. Nestled in the picturesque Berkshire Downs at an elevation of about 545 feet, it lies just north of Junction 14 on the M4, making it easily accessible for planning developments and local initiatives.
District: West Berkshire
Website: http://www.greatshefford.org.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £476,853 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Berkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Newbury
- LSOA: West Berkshire 002A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Shefford Woodlands.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Shefford Woodlands.
- 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 Shefford Woodlands based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Shefford Woodlands.
- - Wood View Baydon Road Shefford Woodlands Hungerford RG17 7AD
Application for Approval of Reserved Matters following Outline Approval 21/02594/OUTD (Outline application for the construction of a detached two bedroom dwelling. Matters to be considered: Access.) M
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Wood View Baydon Road Shefford Woodlands Hungerford RG17 7AD
Installation of new access, parking and driveway and replacement of septic tank with new package treatment plant.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Land East Of The Old Post House Newbury Road Shefford Woodlands Hungerford
Application for approval of details reserved by condition 4 (HMMP) of approved 25/00567/FUL.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2025-10-01
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A brief summary of Shefford Woodlands in Berkshire
Shefford Woodlands is a quaint village located in West Berkshire, England, approximately 3 miles northeast of Hungerford and 1 mile southeast of Great Shefford. Nestled in the picturesque Berkshire Downs at an elevation of about 545 feet, it lies just north of Junction 14 on the M4, making it easily accessible for planning developments and local initiatives. It sits within the West Berkshire district.
Property prices in Shefford Woodlands show an average sale price of £476,853, 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 Shefford Woodlands a particularly low-crime area.
Shefford Woodlands 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 Shefford Woodlands includes 6 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Shefford Woodlands planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.greatshefford.org.uk/. 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.
Planning Activity in Shefford Woodlands
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Shefford Woodlands. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Shefford Woodlands may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Shefford Woodlands were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
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