How long do planning decisions take near West Woodhay?

The average planning decision time near West Woodhay is 56 days. The statutory target is 8 weeks (56 days) for minor applications and 13 weeks for major applications.

What types of planning applications are most common near West Woodhay?

The most common type of planning application near West Woodhay is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near West Woodhay?

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West Woodhay, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near West Woodhay, Berkshire.

Berkshire · England · settlement

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

About West Woodhay

West Woodhay is a quaint rural village and civil parish located in West Berkshire, England. As of the 2011 census, it comprised 59 households, reflecting its dispersed and tranquil character, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications in a serene countryside setting.

Population: 100 (2021) · Area: 14.8 km²

District: West Berkshire

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Area Information

Admin district: Basingstoke and Deane
Parliamentary constituency: North West Hampshire
LSOA: Basingstoke and Deane 003D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near West Woodhay.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near West Woodhay.

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 West Woodhay based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near West Woodhay.

- Wilmots Farm West Woodhay Newbury RG20 0BL
Application for Approval of Details Reserved by Condition 7 (Lighting) of planning permission 22/02550/HOUSE - Extensions and alterations to existing buildings.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2025-01-20
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- Fishponds Farm House West Woodhay Newbury RG20 0BH
Extension to the dwelling and the replacement of the garage, including a new glazed link.
Status: Unresolved | Type: Full | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2023-04-28
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A brief summary of West Woodhay in Berkshire

West Woodhay covers an area of approximately 14.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes West Woodhay a particularly low-crime area.

West Woodhay 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 West Woodhay includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): West Woodhay Down SSSI; 10 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.

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Planning Activity in West Woodhay

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near West Woodhay. The average decision time was 56 days.

The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near West Woodhay were discharge of conditions (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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