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Planning in Upper Bucklebury

Approved
93%
13 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Upper Bucklebury in the last 24 months, from West Berkshire Council's planning register.

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Around Upper Bucklebury

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About Upper Bucklebury

Upper Bucklebury is a picturesque village and civil parish in West Berkshire, situated approximately 5 miles northeast of Newbury and 1 to 3 miles north of the A4 road. With a population of 2,116 in the parish, the village itself is notably smaller. The area is enhanced by Bucklebury Common, one of Berkshire's largest commons, covering over 1 square kilometre, making it a significant feature for potential planning considerations.

Property prices in Upper Bucklebury show an average sale price of £442,190, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Upper Bucklebury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Upper Bucklebury has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upper Bucklebury 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 Upper Bucklebury, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Upper Bucklebury. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (2), telecoms (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Upper Bucklebury?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Upper Bucklebury. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Upper Bucklebury?
The average planning decision time near Upper Bucklebury is 55 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 Upper Bucklebury?
The planning approval rate near Upper Bucklebury is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Upper Bucklebury?
The most common type of planning application near Upper Bucklebury is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Upper Bucklebury?
You can search and track planning applications near Upper Bucklebury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.