Binsey, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Binsey, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Binsey are administered by Oxford City Council. View the full Oxford City Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Binsey
Binsey is a quaint village located on the west side of Oxford, Oxfordshire, approximately 1.5 miles northwest of the city centre. Nestled along the banks of the River Thames, it is situated directly across from Port Meadow and about 1 mile southwest of the historic ruins of Godstow Abbey, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to heritage and riverside developments.
District: Oxford
Enter a postcode to search for planning applications near Binsey.
Town Insights
Property Prices
Area Information
- Admin district: Oxford
- Parliamentary constituency: Oxford West and Abingdon
- LSOA: Oxford 002G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Binsey.
- 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 Binsey based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Binsey.
- - Manor Farm Binsey Lane Oxford Oxfordshire OX2 0NG
Works to 1no. Cherry tree as specified by Andrews Of Kimpton Limited in the Binsey Conservation Area
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Oxford | Date: 2026-01-05
View full details - - Manor Farm Binsey Lane Oxford Oxfordshire OX2 0NG
Fell 1no Ash tree as specified by Andrews Of Kimpton Limited in the Binsey Conservation area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Oxford | Date: 2025-07-15
View full details - - Manor Farm Cottage Binsey Lane Oxford Oxfordshire OX2 0NG
Details submitted in compliance with condition 3 (Recording) of listed building consent 24/01580/LBC.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Oxford | Date: 2025-01-15
View full details
Use the filter and sort options to search descriptions, addresses, and references. Sort by newest or oldest applications.
A brief summary of Binsey in Oxfordshire
Binsey is a quaint village located on the west side of Oxford, Oxfordshire, approximately 1.5 miles northwest of the city centre. Nestled along the banks of the River Thames, it is situated directly across from Port Meadow and about 1 mile southwest of the historic ruins of Godstow Abbey, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to heritage and riverside developments. It sits within the Oxford district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Binsey a particularly low-crime area.
Binsey has 6 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wolvercote with Godstow, Central (City and University), Binsey, Jericho, Osney Town, North Oxford Victorian Suburb. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Binsey includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hook Meadow and The Trap Grounds SSSI, Port Meadow with Wolvercote Common & Green SSSI, Wytham Woods SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Oxford Meadows. 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, Binsey 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.
Planning Activity in Binsey
In the last 24 months, 14 planning applications were submitted near Binsey. 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 Binsey may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 57 days on average, decisions near Binsey slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Binsey were full planning applications (3), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3). Full planning applications account for 21% 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, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Walton Manor planning applications
- New Botley planning applications
- Osney planning applications
- Park Town planning applications
- Upper Wolvercote planning applications
- North Hinksey Village planning applications
- Summertown planning applications
- Oxford planning applications
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.