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Planning in West Fields

Approved
77%
96 of 105 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About West Fields

West Fields is a settlement located in Berkshire, England.

Property prices in West Fields show an average sale price of £382,776, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Fields 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 West Fields a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around West Fields has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Fields 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 West Fields, 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, 268 planning applications were submitted near West Fields. Of these, 77% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (27), tree works (20), telecoms (17). 9 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Fields?
In the last 24 months, 268 planning applications were submitted near West Fields. The approval rate is 77%.
How long do planning decisions take near West Fields?
The average planning decision time near West Fields is 57 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 West Fields?
The planning approval rate near West Fields is 77%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Fields?
The most common type of planning application near West Fields is full planning applications, with 27 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Fields?
You can search and track planning applications near West Fields on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.