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33 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Whiteknights · updated daily · Reading Borough Council

Planning in Whiteknights

Approved
82%
77 of 84 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Whiteknights in the last 24 months, from Reading Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Whiteknights

Postcode districts

RG1 304 applications in the last 12 monthsRG6 135 applications in the last 12 monthsRG2 162 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Reading Borough Council

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About Whiteknights

Whiteknights Park, part of the University of Reading, serves as the university's main campus and spans the historic manor of Earley Whiteknights, also referred to as Earley St Nicholas and Earley Regis. This area is significant for planning applications due to its blend of educational facilities and green spaces, making it an attractive location for development and community projects.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Whiteknights 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 Whiteknights a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Whiteknights has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Whiteknights 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Whiteknights, 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, 141 planning applications were submitted near Whiteknights. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (37), tree works (35), outline applications (9).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Whiteknights?
In the last 24 months, 141 planning applications were submitted near Whiteknights. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Whiteknights?
The average planning decision time near Whiteknights is 66 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 Whiteknights?
The planning approval rate near Whiteknights is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Whiteknights?
The most common type of planning application near Whiteknights is full planning applications, with 37 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Whiteknights?
You can search and track planning applications near Whiteknights on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.