Leckhampstead | BNG Units in West Berkshire

Located near Leckhampstead in West Berkshire, this habitat bank sits within the Berkshire and Marlborough Downs National Character Area and delivers a substantial volume of grassland, scrub, woodland and individual tree units to support off-site Biodiversity Net Gain requirements.

Key Facts

• Local Planning Authority (LPA): West Berkshire

• National Character Area (NCA): Berkshire and Marlborough Downs

• HMMP: Yes

• Legal Agreement: Pending

• Total units (indicative): 575.21

Overview

Leckhampstead is an ILM biodiversity gain site in West Berkshire, positioned within the Berkshire and Marlborough Downs National Character Area.

The site delivers Other Neutral Grassland, Mixed Scrub, Other Woodland: Broadleaved and Rural Trees, generating units at medium distinctiveness. With over 575 units available, Leckhampstead is one of the largest sites in ILM's portfolio and represents a significant off-site BNG opportunity for developments across West Berkshire and the wider area.

An HMMP is in place and the legal agreement is currently being finalised. Units are available to reserve now ahead of registration on the Biodiversity Gain Site Register.

For information on site suitability, allocation and next steps, please enquire and the team will confirm the most appropriate route for your project.

Units Available

Broad habitat	Habitat	Distinctiveness	Available units
Grassland	Other neutral grassland	Medium	447.20
Heathland and scrub	Mixed scrub	Medium	106.21
Woodland and forest	Other woodland; broadleaved	Medium	14.64
Individual tree	Rural tree	Medium	1.63