How long do planning decisions take near Waltham St Lawrence?

The average planning decision time near Waltham St Lawrence is 64 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 Waltham St Lawrence?

The planning approval rate near Waltham St Lawrence is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Waltham St Lawrence?

The most common type of planning application near Waltham St Lawrence is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Waltham St Lawrence?

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Waltham St Lawrence, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Waltham St Lawrence, Berkshire.

Berkshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Waltham St Lawrence are administered by Wokingham Borough Council. View the full Wokingham Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Waltham St Lawrence

Waltham St Lawrence is a picturesque village and civil parish located in Berkshire, England. Known for its charming rural character and historical significance, the area presents various opportunities for planning applications, making it an attractive spot for development and community projects.

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Area Information

Admin district: Wokingham
Parliamentary constituency: Wokingham
LSOA: Wokingham 001E

Crime Statistics

5 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

other-crime: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 1
public-order: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Waltham St Lawrence.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Waltham St Lawrence.

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 Waltham St Lawrence based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Waltham St Lawrence.

- 4 Church Farm Cottages Halls Lane Waltham St Lawrence Reading RG10 0JG
Change of use of the outbuilding to use for short term holiday lets (Retrospective).
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Windsor | Date: 2026-03-05
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- Old Dene Cottage Milley Road Waltham St Lawrence Reading RG10 0JP
Certificate of lawfulness to determine whether the proposed single storey side extension and alterations to fenestration is lawful.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Windsor | Date: 2024-05-17
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- Old Dene Cottage Milley Road Waltham St Lawrence Reading RG10 0JP
Single storey side/rear extension no greater than 5.245m in depth, 3.350m high with an eaves height of 3.000m.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Windsor | Date: 2024-01-31
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A brief summary of Waltham St Lawrence in Berkshire

Neighbourhood safety in Waltham St Lawrence is generally good, with just 5 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Waltham St Lawrence 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 Waltham St Lawrence includes 7 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 Waltham St Lawrence

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Waltham St Lawrence. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 64 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Waltham St Lawrence.

At 64 days on average, decisions near Waltham St Lawrence slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Waltham St Lawrence were full planning applications (4), tree works (3), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 44% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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