How long do planning decisions take near Ufton Nervet?

The average planning decision time near Ufton Nervet is 3 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 Ufton Nervet?

The planning approval rate near Ufton Nervet is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ufton Nervet?

The most common type of planning application near Ufton Nervet is telecoms, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ufton Nervet?

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Ufton Nervet, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ufton Nervet, Berkshire.

Berkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Ufton Nervet are administered by West Berkshire Council. View the full West Berkshire Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Ufton Nervet

Ufton Nervet is a picturesque village and civil parish located in West Berkshire, England, approximately 6 miles southwest of Reading and 7 miles east of Thatcham. The village is governed by an elected civil parish council, making it an important focal point for local planning and community initiatives.

Population: 343 (2021) · Area: 6.5 km²

District: West Berkshire

Website: http://www.sulhamstead.org.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=4&Itemid=5

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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 017H

Crime Statistics

10 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 4
violent-crime: 2
other-crime: 2
other-theft: 1
vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ufton Nervet.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ufton Nervet.

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 Ufton Nervet based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Ufton Nervet.

- The Old Rectory Church Lane Ufton Nervet Reading RG7 4HH
T1 - Horse Chestnut: Tree in major decline with large defect on the main stem close to the base. Dismantle and fell to ground
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2024-06-21
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A brief summary of Ufton Nervet in Berkshire

Ufton Nervet covers an area of approximately 6.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Ufton Nervet show an average sale price of £403,815, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 10 crimes reported in the Ufton Nervet area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ufton Nervet 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 Ufton Nervet includes 12 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Ufton Nervet planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.sulhamstead.org.uk/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=4&Itemid=5. 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 Ufton Nervet

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Ufton Nervet. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 3 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ufton Nervet may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 3 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ufton Nervet were telecoms (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1).

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