Appleton, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Appleton, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · settlement
About Appleton
Appleton is a village located in the civil parish of Appleton-with-Eaton, approximately 4 miles northwest of Abingdon, Oxfordshire. Historically part of Berkshire until boundary changes in 1974, the area has a population of 915 as recorded in the 2011 Census. This quaint village offers a unique context for planning applications, reflecting its rich history and evolving community.
Population: 915 (2011)
District: Appleton-with-Eaton
Website: https://www.appleton-eaton.org/
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Area Information
- Admin district: Vale of White Horse
- Parliamentary constituency: Didcot and Wantage
- LSOA: Vale of White Horse 010B
Crime Statistics
1 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- public-order: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Appleton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Appleton.
- 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 Appleton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
13 planning applications found near Appleton.
- P25/V2632/HH - 89 Eaton Road, Appleton, Abingdon, OX13 5JJ
Front porch. Creation of a two-storey rear extension to existing dwelling using like-for-like materials.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-10 - - Appleton Manor Eaton Road Appleton Abingdon OX13 5JR
Like for like renewal of existing roof coverings and rooflights with general repairs and upgrades in thermal performance of the roof and associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - P26/V0349/LB - Appleton Manor, Eaton Road, Appleton, Abingdon, OX13 5JR
Like for like renewal of existing roof coverings and rooflights with general repairs and upgrades in thermal performance of the roof and associated works.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-09 - - 22 Badswell Lane Appleton Abingdon OX13 5JN
Internal electrical replacement and upgrade works including additional circuits to provide lighting and power to all rooms and mains powered smoke and heat detectors.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-09
View full details - P26/V0333/LB - 22 Badswell Lane, Appleton, Abingdon, OX13 5JN
Internal electrical replacement and upgrade works including additional circuits to provide lighting and power to all rooms and mains powered smoke and heat detectors.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-09 - P25/V2813/HH - Birch House, 8 Netherton Road, Appleton, Abingdon, OX13 5JX
Erection of porch.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-13 - - Birch House 8 Netherton Road Appleton Abingdon OX13 5JX
Erection of porch.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-12-23
View full details - P25/V2589/HH - 4 Whites Forge, Appleton, Abingdon, OX13 5LG
Loft conversion and rear facing dormer window
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-12-01 - - 4 Whites Forge Appleton Abingdon OX13 5LG
Loft conversion and rear facing dormer window
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-12-01
View full details - P25/V2522/LDP - 44 Badswell Lane, Appleton, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX13 5JN
Construction of dormer window to rear elevation and insertion of four velux windows to retained front elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-11-25 - - The Old Forge 2 Badswell Lane Appleton Abingdon OX13 5JN
Proposed first floor extension to an existing office building to provide additional office accommodation and amenities. (Ecology CMS report received 28th August 2025) (Amended plans received 16th Sept
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-05-27
View full details - - 91 Eaton Road Appleton Abingdon OX13 5JJ
Double and single storey rear extensions, alterations to existing semi-detached dwelling and proposed new two-bedroom two storey detached dwelling in garden land with associated parking and access at
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-03-27
View full details - - Clare Cottage Park Lane Appleton Abingdon OX13 5JT
Demolish stables and storage buildings. Erect two self build dwellings. (as amended by plans and information received 23 April 2024)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-04-27
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A brief summary of Appleton in Oxfordshire
Appleton is a village located in the civil parish of Appleton-with-Eaton, approximately 4 miles northwest of Abingdon, Oxfordshire. Historically part of Berkshire until boundary changes in 1974, the area has a population of 915 as recorded in the 2011 Census. This quaint village offers a unique context for planning applications, reflecting its rich history and evolving community. The settlement has a population of approximately 915 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Appleton-with-Eaton district.
Neighbourhood safety in Appleton is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Appleton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Appleton. 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 Appleton includes 20 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Appleton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.appleton-eaton.org/. 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.
Planning Activity in Appleton
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Appleton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Appleton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 75 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Appleton were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (2). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.