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Planning in Sunningdale

Approved
63%
17 of 26 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Sunningdale

Sunningdale is a picturesque village and civil parish in Berkshire, situated within the Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead. Nestled in the southeast corner of Berkshire, it is surrounded by lush green spaces, including the prestigious Sunningdale Golf Club and Wentworth Golf Club, while its northern edge borders the scenic Virginia Water Lake. This combination of natural beauty and exclusivity makes Sunningdale an attractive area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 5,638 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Windsor and Maidenhead district.

Property prices in Sunningdale 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 Sunningdale 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 Sunningdale a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Sunningdale has 32 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sunningdale 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 Sunningdale, 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, 100 planning applications were submitted near Sunningdale. Of these, 63% were approved, with an average decision time of 63 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (13), full planning applications (10), tree works (10).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sunningdale?
In the last 24 months, 100 planning applications were submitted near Sunningdale. The approval rate is 63%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sunningdale?
The average planning decision time near Sunningdale is 63 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 Sunningdale?
The planning approval rate near Sunningdale is 63%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sunningdale?
The most common type of planning application near Sunningdale is discharge of conditions, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sunningdale?
You can search and track planning applications near Sunningdale on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.