Search Aston Rowant planning applications

14 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Aston Rowant · updated daily · South Oxfordshire District Council

Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 14 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Nethercote Chinnor Road Aston Rowant Watlington OX49 5SHAwaiting decisionT1-beech-reduce height by approximately 2m and spread by 1.5m all roundWorks to TPOReceived 14 Oct 2026P26/S4741/TPO
Land at The Paddock, Church Lane, Aston RowantRefusedConstruction of a minimum of one dwelling and a maximum of one dwelling.Minor DevelopmentReceived 27 Aug 2026Decided 23 Oct 2026P26/S3792/PIP
Upton House, Chinnor Road, Aston Rowant, Watlington, OX49 5SHApprovedInstallation of an Air Source Heat Pump to be installed to the property. Planning permission is being sought as there are exg ac units at the property.Other DevelopmentReceived 25 Aug 2026Decided 14 Oct 2026P26/S3754/HH
Land at junction of Aston Rowant Road and Chinnor Road Aston Rowant OX49 5SNAwaiting decisionTechnical Details Consent for the erection of one self-build dwelling with detached garage incorporating ancillary accommodation above, stable block, new vehicular access, landscaping, and associated works, following Permission in Principle P25/S1830/PIPTechnical Details ConsentReceived 17 Jul 2026P26/S3010/TDC
10 The Green Aston Rowant OX49 5STApprovedDischarge of condition(s) 3 (Materials) on planning application P25/S0193/HH (Erection of a first floor rear extension, single storey side extension and associated works).Discharge ConditionsReceived 8 Jun 2026Decided 10 Aug 2026P26/S2447/DIS

Planning in Aston Rowant

Approved: 87%; 20 of 23 decided
Decision time: about 13 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Aston Rowant in the last 24 months, from South Oxfordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Aston Rowant

Postcode districts

OX49 86 applications in the last 12 monthsOX39 73 applications in the last 12 monthsOX9 119 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: South Oxfordshire District Council

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About Aston Rowant

Aston Rowant is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 4.5 miles south of Thame in South Oxfordshire, England. It encompasses the villages of Aston Rowant and Kingston Blount and shares a border with Buckinghamshire to the southeast. With a population of 793 recorded in the 2011 Census, the area is accessible via the Lower Icknield Way, making it relevant for those considering planning applications in this charming rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 809 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Aston Rowant covers an area of approximately 11.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Aston Rowant area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Aston Rowant a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Aston Rowant has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Aston Rowant 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 http://astonrowant.org.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Aston Rowant, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Aston Rowant. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), outline applications (4), tree works (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aston Rowant?

In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Aston Rowant. The approval rate is 87%.

How long do planning decisions take near Aston Rowant?

The average planning decision time near Aston Rowant is 88 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 Aston Rowant?

The planning approval rate near Aston Rowant is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Aston Rowant?

The most common type of planning application near Aston Rowant is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Aston Rowant?

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