What is the planning approval rate near Bessels Leigh?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Bessels Leigh?

The most common type of planning application near Bessels Leigh is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Bessels Leigh?

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Bessels Leigh, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Bessels Leigh, Oxfordshire.

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About Bessels Leigh

Bessels Leigh is a quaint English village and civil parish located approximately 4.5 miles southwest of Oxford, now part of Oxfordshire following the 1974 boundary changes from Berkshire. Situated just off the A420 road, which connects Oxford and Swindon, Bessels Leigh offers a blend of rural charm and convenient access to major transport routes, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development initiatives.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £411,244 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Vale of White Horse
Parliamentary constituency: Witney
LSOA: Vale of White Horse 007A

Crime Statistics

1 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 1

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Bessels Leigh based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Bessels Leigh.

- 27 Parklands Besselsleigh Abingdon OX13 5PN
Erection of a single story rear extension and rear patio area, with facing material and detailing to match existing house.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-05-24
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A brief summary of Bessels Leigh in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Bessels Leigh show an average sale price of £411,244, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

Neighbourhood safety in Bessels Leigh is generally good, with just 1 crimes reported in the most recent period.

Bessels Leigh has one conservation area within its boundaries: Appleton. 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 Bessels Leigh includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Cothill Fen SSSI; 14 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Cothill Fen. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Bessels Leigh

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Bessels Leigh. Of these, 100% were approved.

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

The most common application types near Bessels Leigh were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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