Upper Bucklebury, Berkshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Upper Bucklebury, Berkshire.
Berkshire · England · settlement
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.
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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: West Berkshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Reading West and Mid Berkshire
- LSOA: West Berkshire 022B
Crime Statistics
3 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Crime Breakdown
- other-theft: 1
- public-order: 1
- violent-crime: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Upper Bucklebury.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upper Bucklebury.
- 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 Upper Bucklebury based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near Upper Bucklebury.
- - 35 Broad Lane Upper Bucklebury Reading RG7 6QH
T1 - Lime: Reduce the top of the tree by approx 2.5 metres to a finished height of approx 10.5 metres T2 - Oak: Reduce the top of the tree by approx 2.5 metres to a finished height of approx 10.5 metr
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2026-04-02
View full details - - Poachers Paddock Long Grove Upper Bucklebury Reading
Retrospective application for the replacement of agricultural building and extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2025-12-29
View full details - - 59 Broad Lane Upper Bucklebury Reading RG7 6QH
Oak Tree - Damaged by storms, has cut hanging limbs, but would like to speak to the tree officer to get advice about taking the whole tree down.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2024-12-24
View full details - - 22 Berrys Road Upper Bucklebury Reading RG7 6QN
Proposed front extension and front rooflight
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2024-08-08
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A brief summary of Upper Bucklebury in Berkshire
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 £403,815, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Upper Bucklebury is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Upper Bucklebury 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 Upper Bucklebury includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Briff Lane Meadows SSSI; 12 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. 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, 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.
Planning Activity in Upper Bucklebury
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Upper Bucklebury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Upper Bucklebury may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 32 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Upper Bucklebury were full planning applications (5), tree works (2), telecoms (1). Full planning applications account for 63% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.