How long do planning decisions take near Asthall?

The average planning decision time near Asthall is 89 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 Asthall?

The planning approval rate near Asthall is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Asthall?

The most common type of planning application near Asthall is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Asthall?

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Asthall, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Asthall, Oxfordshire.

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About Asthall

Asthall, a picturesque village and civil parish in West Oxfordshire, is situated along the River Windrush, approximately 6 miles west of Witney. The parish encompasses several hamlets, including Asthall Leigh, Field Assarts, Stonelands, Worsham, and a portion of Fordwells, making it a quaint area with various planning considerations for potential developments.

Population: 224 (2021) · Area: 934.3 km²

District: West Oxfordshire

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £353,832 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Witney
LSOA: West Oxfordshire 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Asthall.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Asthall.

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 Asthall based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Asthall.

- Asthall Manor Asthall Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4HW
Internal alterations to include installation of internal wall insulation to improve thermal performance
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-20
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A brief summary of Asthall in Oxfordshire

Asthall covers an area of approximately 934.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Asthall show an average sale price of £353,832, 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 Asthall a particularly low-crime area.

Asthall has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Asthall, Swinbrook. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Asthall includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. 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, Asthall 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.

Planning Activity in Asthall

In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near Asthall. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 days.

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

The average decision period of 89 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Asthall were tree works (4), listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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