Aston Tirrold, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Aston Tirrold, Oxfordshire.
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About Aston Tirrold
Aston Tirrold is a charming village and civil parish located at the foot of the Berkshire Downs, approximately 3 miles southeast of Didcot. Previously part of Berkshire, it became part of Oxfordshire following boundary changes in 1974. With a population of 373 recorded in the 2011 Census, Aston Tirrold offers a quaint rural setting for potential planning applications.
Population: 375 (2021) · Area: 7.7 km²
District: South Oxfordshire
Website: http://www.theastons.net
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £360,390 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Vale of White Horse
- Parliamentary constituency: Didcot and Wantage
- LSOA: Vale of White Horse 015D
Crime Statistics
3 crimes reported in 2026-03.
Crime Breakdown
- violent-crime: 2
- criminal-damage-arson: 1
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Aston Tirrold.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Aston Tirrold.
- 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 Aston Tirrold based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Aston Tirrold.
- - 1 Rectory Lane Aston Tirrold OX11 9DH
Proposed ground floor rear extension. New twin wall external black flue to rear elevation, fenestration changes and associated internal layout changes.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-10
View full details - - Post Office, Baker Street, Aston Tirrold, OX11 9DD
Coppice, cut back and 2 removals proposed and clearly visible in garden. Looking to also plant an Oak in memory of my husband whom passed away in September and make a wild garden at the end. The garde
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-01-20
View full details - - Cowderys Yard Spring Lane Aston Tirrold OX11 9EJ
Phased development. Demolition of two existing buildings. Construction of new self-build dwelling and related works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-10-14
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A brief summary of Aston Tirrold in Oxfordshire
Aston Tirrold is a charming village and civil parish located at the foot of the Berkshire Downs, approximately 3 miles southeast of Didcot. Previously part of Berkshire, it became part of Oxfordshire following boundary changes in 1974. With a population of 373 recorded in the 2011 Census, Aston Tirrold offers a quaint rural setting for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 375 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.
Aston Tirrold covers an area of approximately 7.7 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 Aston Tirrold show an average sale price of £360,390, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
Neighbourhood safety in Aston Tirrold is generally good, with just 3 crimes reported in the most recent period.
Aston Tirrold has one conservation area within its boundaries: Aston Tirrold and Aston Upthorpe. 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 Aston Tirrold includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Aston Upthorpe Downs SSSI; 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. 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, Aston Tirrold planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.theastons.net. 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 Aston Tirrold
In the last 24 months, 5 planning applications were submitted near Aston Tirrold. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Aston Tirrold may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Aston Tirrold slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Aston Tirrold were full planning applications (2), outline applications (1), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- 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.