How long do planning decisions take near Winnersh?

The average planning decision time near Winnersh is 65 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 Winnersh?

The planning approval rate near Winnersh is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Winnersh?

The most common type of planning application near Winnersh is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Winnersh?

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Winnersh, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Winnersh, Berkshire.

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About Winnersh

Winnersh is a significant suburban village and civil parish in the Wokingham borough of Berkshire, situated approximately 2 miles northwest of Wokingham town centre and 4 miles southeast of central Reading. The area is strategically located, bordered by the M4 motorway to the south, the A329(M) to the north, and the River Loddon to the west, with the parish also encompassing the nearby estate village of Sindlesham. This positioning makes Winnersh an attractive consideration for planning applications, given its connectivity and residential potential.

Population: 10,872 (2021)

District: Wokingham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £575,893 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Wokingham
Parliamentary constituency: Wokingham
LSOA: Wokingham 016B

Crime Statistics

60 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 17
anti-social-behaviour: 8
other-theft: 6
public-order: 6
shoplifting: 6
criminal-damage-arson: 5
vehicle-crime: 4
burglary: 3
robbery: 2
other-crime: 2
bicycle-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Winnersh.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Winnersh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Winnersh.

- 467 Reading Road Winnersh Wokingham RG41 5HX
Application to vary conditions 2 and 3 of planning consent 251898 for the proposed erection of single-storey front extension, first-floor side extension, two-storey rear extension following demolition
Status: Undecided | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2026-04-18
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- 19 Glasspool Road Winnersh Wokingham RG41 5SB
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for the proposed loft conversion incorporating insertion of rooflights to the front and rear roof slopes to facilitate habitable accommodation within the ex
Status: Undecided | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2026-04-07
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- 3 Arun Close Winnersh Wokingham RG41 5PG
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for the proposed insertion of rear dormer and roof lights to facilitate the conversion of the loft to create habitable accommodation.
Status: Undecided | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2026-02-10
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- 463 Reading Road Winnersh Wokingham RG41 5HX
Householder application for the proposed erection of porch extension including 1no. rooflight, following demolition of the existing.
Status: Permitted | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2025-12-13
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- Land along King Street Lane Winnersh Wokingham RG41 5BA
APPLICATION FOR WORKS TO PROTECTED TREE(S) TPO 548/1992, T2, T4 and T6 T2, Oak (9076) - Prune away from streetlight 15 to give up to 1.5 to 2.0m clearance, back to suitable growth points. T4, Ash (016
Status: Permitted | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2025-11-19
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- 29 Westfield Road Winnersh Wokingham RG41 5ES
Application for a certificate of lawfulness for the proposed erection of a 2m high wooden fence to replace the existing brick wall.
Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: Wokingham | Date: 2024-06-02
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A brief summary of Winnersh in Berkshire

Property prices in Winnersh show an average sale price of £575,893, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Winnersh area recorded 60 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Winnersh 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 Winnersh includes 5 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 Winnersh

In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Winnersh. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Winnersh.

At 65 days on average, decisions near Winnersh slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Winnersh were full planning applications (6), amendments (3), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 18% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 4 medium-scale applications, 30 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 21 applications
Refused: 2 applications
Awaiting decision: 11 applications

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