Sulhamstead Abbots, Berkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Sulhamstead Abbots, Berkshire.
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About Sulhamstead Abbots
Sulhamstead is a picturesque village and civil parish located in West Berkshire, England, situated south of the Old Bath Road (A4) between Reading and Thatcham. The area features small clusters of homes interspersed with woodlands, alongside the Thames Valley Police's main Training Centre at Sulhamstead House. Key local amenities include a Church of England parish church and a shop with a visitor centre near the scenic Kennet & Avon Canal, making it a quaint spot for potential planning applications.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £403,815 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Wokingham
- Parliamentary constituency: Earley and Woodley
- LSOA: Wokingham 017G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Sulhamstead Abbots.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Sulhamstead Abbots.
- 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 Sulhamstead Abbots based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Sulhamstead Abbots.
- - 17 Bluebell Drive Burghfield Common Reading RG7 3EF
T1 - Oak: Crown raise to approximately 4m above ground level by removing the lowest limbs back to source in order to give clearance and access, and improve aesthetics and light. Reduce crown by removi
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - Land Off Oakley Drive Oakley Drive Burghfield Common Reading
Application for permission in principle for a phased application for upto 9 serviced plots for custom build housing
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2026-03-25
View full details - - Moss Glade Hollybush Lane Burghfield Common Reading RG7 3JS
T1 - Monterey Cypress: Fell due to damage to lower wall
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2025-04-25
View full details - - Mrs Bland's Infant School Jordans Lane Burghfield Common Reading RG7 3LP
Section 73 application to vary condition 2 (Approved Plans) of approved 24/01112/REG3 - Heating replacement for Mrs Bland's Infant School at the side elevation of the existing nursery building - Exter
Status: Permitted | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2024-11-25
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A brief summary of Sulhamstead Abbots in Berkshire
Sulhamstead is a picturesque village and civil parish located in West Berkshire, England, situated south of the Old Bath Road (A4) between Reading and Thatcham. The area features small clusters of homes interspersed with woodlands, alongside the Thames Valley Police's main Training Centre at Sulhamstead House. Key local amenities include a Church of England parish church and a shop with a visitor centre near the scenic Kennet & Avon Canal, making it a quaint spot for potential planning applications.
Property prices in Sulhamstead Abbots show an average sale price of £403,815, 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 Sulhamstead Abbots a particularly low-crime area.
Sulhamstead Abbots 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 Sulhamstead Abbots includes 4 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 Sulhamstead Abbots
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Sulhamstead Abbots. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Sulhamstead Abbots may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Sulhamstead Abbots were tree works (5), telecoms (5), outline applications (4). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 19 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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