How long do planning decisions take near World's End?

The average planning decision time near World's End is 61 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 World's End?

The planning approval rate near World's End is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near World's End?

The most common type of planning application near World's End is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near World's End?

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World's End, Berkshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near World's End, Berkshire.

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Planning applications in World's End are administered by Bracknell Forest Council. View the full Bracknell Forest Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About World's End

World's End is a hamlet located in the West Berkshire district of England, situated just north of Newbury along the A34. It is bordered to the north by the village of Beedon and lies south of Downend and Chieveley, all within the parish of Beedon. This quaint locale offers potential for various planning applications amid its serene countryside setting.

District: Beedon

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £382,776 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Berkshire
Parliamentary constituency: Reading West and Mid Berkshire
LSOA: West Berkshire 001D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near World's End.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near World's End.

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 World's End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near World's End.

26/01011/CERTP - Coppers Worlds End Beedon Newbury RG20 8SB
Installation of an air source heat pump in a residential property.
Status: Undecided | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2026-05-12
- Simbura Worlds End Beedon Newbury RG20 8SA
Application for approval of details reserved by conditions 4 (Lighting design for biodiversity) and 5 ( EPS licence) of approved 25/00611/HOUSE
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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- Simbura Worlds End Beedon Newbury RG20 8SA
Erection of Triple Garage with Office above. Erection of Summer House / Storage Pods.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Berkshire | Date: 2024-11-15
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A brief summary of World's End in Berkshire

Property prices in World's End show an average sale price of £382,776, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes World's End a particularly low-crime area.

World's End 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 World's End includes 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 World's End

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near World's End. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near World's End may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 61 days on average, decisions near World's End slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near World's End were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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