How long do planning decisions take near Bayworth?

The average planning decision time near Bayworth is 93 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 Bayworth?

The planning approval rate near Bayworth is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Bayworth?

The most common type of planning application near Bayworth is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bayworth?

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Bayworth, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bayworth, Oxfordshire.

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About Bayworth

Bayworth is a quaint hamlet located within the civil parish of Sunningwell, approximately 3 miles south of Oxford. Previously part of Berkshire, it became part of Oxfordshire following the boundary changes in 1974, making it an interesting area for those researching planning applications in both historical and contemporary contexts.

District: Sunningwell

Website: http://www.sunningwellparishcouncil.gov.uk/

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Area Information

Admin district: Vale of White Horse
Parliamentary constituency: Didcot and Wantage
LSOA: Vale of White Horse 010C

Crime Statistics

4 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 1
drugs: 1
other-theft: 1
violent-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Bayworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bayworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Bayworth.

P25/V2488/HH - 5 Brumcombe Lane, Bayworth, Abingdon, OX13 6QU
Demolition of existing rear and side conservatories as well as porch. Also removal of shed and other external structures. Proposed 2/3 storey side extension. Proposed single storey rear extension and
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-11-21
- 5 Brumcombe Lane Bayworth Abingdon OX13 6QU
Demolition of existing rear and side conservatories as well as porch. Also removal of shed and other external structures. Proposed 2/3 storey side extension. Proposed single storey rear extension and
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-11-18
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- Bagley Wood Barn Brumcombe Lane Bayworth Abingdon OX13 6QT
Comprehensive retrofit and extension to improve energy efficiency and modernise the property. Key elements include high-quality external insulation to the main house and internal insulation to the gar
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-09-04
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- The Sawmill Bagley Wood Oxford Road Kennington OX1 5NE
Certificate of Lawful Development for the existing use of a building for storage and offices.
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-06-14
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A brief summary of Bayworth in Oxfordshire

Neighbourhood safety in Bayworth is generally good, with just 4 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Bayworth includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sugworth SSSI; 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, Bayworth planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.sunningwellparishcouncil.gov.uk/. 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 Bayworth

In the last 24 months, 19 planning applications were submitted near Bayworth. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 93 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Bayworth.

With an average of 93 days, decisions near Bayworth take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 4-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Bayworth were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 42% 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, 12 smaller schemes were submitted.

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