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Planning in South Ascot

Approved
66%
31 of 40 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of South Ascot in the last 24 months, from Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead's planning register.

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About South Ascot

South Ascot is a picturesque village situated just south of Ascot in Berkshire, nestled down a hill. It is bordered to the west by the serene Kingsride area of Swinley Woods, while the Reading to Waterloo railway line defines its northern boundary. To the east, South Ascot seamlessly merges with the village of Sunninghill, making it an attractive location for potential planning applications.

Property prices in South Ascot show an average sale price of £731,348, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the South Ascot 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 South Ascot a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around South Ascot has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Ascot 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 South Ascot, 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, 98 planning applications were submitted near South Ascot. Of these, 66% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (35), tree works (12), outline applications (9). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Ascot?
In the last 24 months, 98 planning applications were submitted near South Ascot. The approval rate is 66%.
How long do planning decisions take near South Ascot?
The average planning decision time near South Ascot is 60 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 South Ascot?
The planning approval rate near South Ascot is 66%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near South Ascot?
The most common type of planning application near South Ascot is full planning applications, with 35 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near South Ascot?
You can search and track planning applications near South Ascot on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.