Search Abingdon-on-Thames planning applications
24 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Abingdon-on-Thames · updated daily · Vale of White Horse District Council
Only 4 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.
- 1 Boxwell Close, Abingdon, OX14 2QNAwaiting decisionErection of a front porch to the dwelling. (Schedule 1 application under the 2026 Regulations)Other DevelopmentReceived 28 Oct 2026P26/V5037/HH
- 21 Selwyn Crescent, Radley, Abingdon, OX14 3ALAwaiting decisionDemolition of conservatory and replacement with single storey rear extension. Front porch and conversion of garage to living accommodation. (Schedule 1 application under the 2026 Regulations)Other DevelopmentReceived 26 Oct 2026P26/V4971/HH
- Various LocationsAwaiting decisionNotification of cabinet placement Virgin mediaTelecoms 28 day notification Part 16, Class AReceived 23 Oct 2026P26/V4946/16A(28)
- 24 Hendred Way, Abingdon, OX14 2ANApprovedSingle storey rear extension and reconfiguration of existing extension roof, part garage conversion, replacement windows and doors.Other DevelopmentReceived 27 Aug 2026Decided 21 Oct 2026P26/V3780/HH
- Primmoore, Radley Road, Abingdon, OX14 3SNApprovedAlterations and rear extension and associated worksOther DevelopmentReceived 10 Jun 2026Decided 12 Aug 2026P26/V2190/HH
Planning in Abingdon-on-Thames
- Approved
- 89%
- 33 of 36 decided
- Decision time
- about 12 weeks
- on average
Applications within 1 km of the centre of Abingdon-on-Thames in the last 24 months, from Vale of White Horse District Council's planning register.
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OX14 357 applications in the last 12 months
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Planning authority: Vale of White Horse District Council
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About Abingdon-on-Thames
Abingdon-on-Thames, often referred to as Abingdon, is a historic market town in Oxfordshire's Vale of the White Horse district, situated along the River Thames. Once the county town of Berkshire, Abingdon boasts rich archaeological heritage, with remnants of Iron Age and Roman structures beneath its town centre. Established around 676, Abingdon Abbey played a pivotal role in the town's development, which flourished in the 13th and 14th centuries as a hub for agriculture, wool trade, and textile manufacturing, supported by royal charters for markets and fairs. This vibrant history makes Abingdon a significant area for planning applications, especially in heritage conservation and commercial development. The town has a population of approximately 33,130 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Abingdon on Thames district.
Abingdon-on-Thames covers an area of approximately 9.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Abingdon-on-Thames a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.
The area around Abingdon-on-Thames has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Abingdon-on-Thames 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 https://www.abingdon.gov.uk/.
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In the last 24 months, 49 planning applications were submitted near Abingdon-on-Thames. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.
The most common types were full planning applications (13), amendments (7), outline applications (5). 4 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.