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Planning in Aston Upthorpe

Approved
95%
37 of 37 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Aston Upthorpe

Postcode districts

OX11 330 applications in the last 12 monthsOX10 315 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Oxfordshire District Council

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About Aston Upthorpe

Aston Upthorpe is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 3 miles southeast of Didcot in South Oxfordshire. Previously part of Berkshire, it became part of Oxfordshire following the 1974 boundary changes. The village is notable for its scenic surroundings, including the ancient downland where a scene from the film *National Lampoon's European Vacation* was shot. As of the 2011 Census, the population of the parish stands at 179, making it a small but vibrant community for planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 191 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Aston Upthorpe covers an area of approximately 4.7 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 Upthorpe 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 Upthorpe a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Aston Upthorpe 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 Upthorpe 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://www.astonupthorpe.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Aston Upthorpe, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Aston Upthorpe. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (11), listed building and heritage (7). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aston Upthorpe?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Aston Upthorpe. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aston Upthorpe?
The average planning decision time near Aston Upthorpe is 46 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 Upthorpe?
The planning approval rate near Aston Upthorpe is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aston Upthorpe?
The most common type of planning application near Aston Upthorpe is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aston Upthorpe?
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