1 Theobald Drive Tilehurst Reading RG31 6YA Data via plota.co.uk

26/01483/TPW - Tree Works Under TPO Awaiting decision

Proposal

T1 - Beech Tree: To Supply tree surgery services, machinery and equipment to Undertake the sectional felling of the Beech tree located within the rear garden, utilising a 45-tonne crane to safely lift and remove sections from the site. The resistance measurements indicate reduced resistance throughout all test locations. In conjunction with the presence of Kretzschmaria deusta (Brittle Cinder), these findings suggest cellulose degradation within the lower stem and buttress roots. This form of decay typically results in a progressive loss of structural integrity, causing the affected wood to become increasingly brittle and significantly increasing the risk of basal failure. Due to its size and proximity to surrounding structures, removal is recommended. A crane-assisted dismantle is considered the safest and most efficient method of removal. Data via plota.co.uk

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Application progress

Received
6 Jul 2026
Decision
Awaiting decision

This application is under consideration - no decision has been issued yet.

Important details

Application type
Tree Works Under TPO
Postcode
RG31 6YA
Received
6 Jul 2026
Validated
6 Jul 2026
Ward
Tilehurst & Purley
Parish
Purley On Thames Parish Council
Case officer
Track to view
Target decision
31 Aug 2026
Agent
ANB Trees and Grounds Ltd

Consultation & key dates

Env. assessment
No
West Berkshire
Planning Authority Score
3.6/10
Below average
#214 of 292 councils
Relevant to this application:
Householder decisions

West Berkshire is slower than most councils at deciding householder applications, ranking #211 out of 292. 50% of applications have the time limit extended, above the 40% national average. Householder applications are slightly more likely to be approved here (94%) than the national average (90%).

Slower than most councils
for householder decisions
These figures are council-wide context, not a prediction for this application. View full council performance
West Berkshire decision performance
Based on MHCLG data, 2025
90%
Overall approval rate
Above avg (87%) #124 of 292
94%
Householder approved
Above avg (90%) #119 of 292
55%
Decided in 8 weeks
Below avg (64%) #211 of 292
50%
Extended time limit
Above avg (40%) #230 of 292
63%
Minor dwellings approved
80 decided (1-9 homes)
90%
Major dwellings approved
20 decided (10+ homes)
81%
Change of use approved
54 decided
1,141
Total decisions
110 refused in 2025