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Planning in Sindlesham

Approved
87%
13 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sindlesham in the last 24 months, from Wokingham Borough Council's planning register.

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About Sindlesham

Sindlesham is an estate village in the Wokingham borough of Berkshire, situated approximately 4 miles southeast of Reading and 6 miles west of Bracknell. The village is bordered by the M4 motorway to the north and the River Loddon to the west. Notably, Sindlesham features historical landmarks, including a chapel dating back to 1220 and a 19th-century watermill that has been repurposed into a hotel, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications.

Property prices in Sindlesham show an average sale price of £446,660, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sindlesham 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 Sindlesham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sindlesham has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sindlesham 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 Sindlesham, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Sindlesham. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 44 days.

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sindlesham?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Sindlesham. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sindlesham?
The average planning decision time near Sindlesham is 44 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 Sindlesham?
The planning approval rate near Sindlesham is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sindlesham?
The most common type of planning application near Sindlesham is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sindlesham?
You can search and track planning applications near Sindlesham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.