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Planning in Wokingham

Approved
91%
138 of 148 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Wokingham Borough CouncilCouncil page

Around Wokingham

Postcode districts

RG41 169 applications in the last 12 monthsRG40 269 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Wokingham Borough Council

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About Wokingham

Wokingham, a vibrant market town and civil parish in Berkshire, serves as the primary administrative hub for the Borough of Wokingham. As of the 2021 census, it boasted a population of 38,284 within the parish and 50,325 in the broader built-up area, making it a key location for potential planning applications and developments in the region. The town has a population of approximately 38,286 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Wokingham district.

Wokingham covers an area of approximately 2.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Wokingham show an average sale price of £446,660, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Wokingham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wokingham has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wokingham 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.wokingham-tc.gov.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Wokingham, 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, 188 planning applications were submitted near Wokingham. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (20), tree works (11), listed building and heritage (10). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

6 planning appeals were lodged, of which 3 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wokingham?
In the last 24 months, 188 planning applications were submitted near Wokingham. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wokingham?
The average planning decision time near Wokingham is 43 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 Wokingham?
The planning approval rate near Wokingham is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wokingham?
The most common type of planning application near Wokingham is full planning applications, with 20 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wokingham?
You can search and track planning applications near Wokingham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.