Blewbury, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Blewbury, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · settlement
About Blewbury
Blewbury is a charming village and civil parish located at the foot of the Berkshire Downs in the North Wessex Downs, approximately 4 miles south of Didcot and 14 miles from Oxford. Previously part of Berkshire, it became part of Oxfordshire following the 1974 boundary changes. As of the 2011 Census, the parish had a population of 1,581, making it a small but vibrant community, ideal for those exploring planning applications in a picturesque rural setting.
Population: 1,707 (2021) · Area: 17.2 km²
District: Vale of White Horse
Website: http://www.blewbury.co.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £444,821 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Oxfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Didcot and Wantage
- LSOA: South Oxfordshire 010C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Blewbury.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Blewbury.
- 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 Blewbury based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
19 planning applications found near Blewbury.
- P26/V1213/LB - The Cleve
South Street
Blewbury
Didcot
OX11 9PR
Removal of later (C18/19) infill to reveal original fireplace aperture in order to fully expose painted plaster to allow for examination and conservation of the painted plaster.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-04-16 - P26/V0848/LB - Humfreys
London Road
Blewbury
Didcot
OX11 9PB
Extension and remodelling.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-04-14 - P26/V0323/FUL - Downside Farm, Woodway Road, Blewbury, Didcot, OX11 9EX
Erection of extension to existing workshop to form an office.
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-26 - P26/V0326/FUL - Downside Farm, Woodway Road, Blewbury, Didcot, OX11 9EX
Erection of storage barn
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-17 - P26/V0292/HH - Orchard House, Chapel Lane, Blewbury, Didcot, OX11 9PQ
Proposed single storey rear extension, remodelling works including recladding of existing garage, replacement of front porch-veranda structure, changes to the fenestration and the introduction of PV p
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-13 - - Downside Farm Woodway Road Blewbury Didcot OX11 9EX
Erection of extension to existing workshop to form an office.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Downside Farm Woodway Road Blewbury Didcot OX11 9EX
Erection of storage barn (Ecology details received 31st March 2026- Bat box details)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-06
View full details - - Orchard House Chapel Lane Blewbury Didcot OX11 9PQ
Proposed single storey rear extension, remodelling works including recladding of existing garage, replacement of front porch-veranda structure, changes to the fenestration and the introduction of PV p
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-04
View full details - - Highlands, London Road, Blewbury, Didcot, OX11 9NX
Large apple tree in rear garden of Highlands near to western boundary of property with neighbouring Telephone Exchange. Proposed works: to cut back boughs overhanging adjoining property as requested b
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-14
View full details - - St Michaels's Church Road Blewbury Didcot OX11 9PY
Discharge of condition 8 (Joinery Details) on application P24/V2673/LB (Demolition of existing rear porch. New single-storey rear and side extensions. Internal and external works to Listed Building. D
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-10-06
View full details - - The Cleve South Street Blewbury Didcot OX11 9PR
Various internal and external works, including; alterations to fireplaces, the replacement of cementitious plaster with lime plaster throughout the building and the reduction of the external ground le
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-09-08
View full details - - St Michaels Church Road Blewbury Didcot OX11 9PY
Discharge of condition 6 (Archaeological WSI) on planning application P24/V2671/HH and discharge of condition 6 (Replacement of Floor) on P24/V2673/LB (Demolition of existing rear porch. New single-st
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-05-09
View full details - - land to the north west of car park of the Red Lion Public House Chapel Lane Blewbury OX11 9PQ
Without planning permission, the installation of six screw pile foundations into the ground for the purpose of an OOD House to sit on (sited in the indicative location as shown edged blue on the Plan)
Status: Permitted | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-07-10
View full details - - Abners Barn Church Road Blewbury Didcot OX11 9PY
Proposed renovation, conversion and extension of Grade 2 listed barn to create self and custom build 3-bed dwellinghouse, proposal pursuant to planning consents P21/V0405/FUL & P21/V0406/LB obtained i
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-04-26
View full details - - Abners Barn Church Road Blewbury Didcot OX11 9PY
Proposed renovation, conversion and extension of grade 2 listed barn to create self and custom build 3-bed dwellinghouse, proposal pursuant to planning consents P21/V0405/FUL & P21/V0406/LB obtained i
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-04-26
View full details - - Thatcher Cottage Church Road Blewbury Didcot OX11 9PY
Proposed extension and upgrade to the existing Thatchers Cottage and extension to existing garden room/studio at Church Road, Blewbury OX11 9PY. The works will involve the demolition of an existing co
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-04-17
View full details - - The workshop adjacent to Upperton Pilgrims Way Blewbury Didcot OX11 9NG
Conversion of existing buildings for residential development (as amended by description agreed 21 March 2024).
Status: Permitted | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-01-31
View full details - - Lantern Cottage South Street Blewbury Didcot OX11 9PX
Non material amendment to planning permission P22/V1817/HH-Replacement of all existing single glazed metal & timber windows with new double glazed upvc timber alternative windows by Evolution (evoluti
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-08-18
View full details - - Blewbury Service Station London Road Blewbury Didcot OX11 9NU
Retrospective application for a proposed 3m rear extension. (As amplified by additional information received 16 April 2024).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-05-17
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A brief summary of Blewbury in Oxfordshire
Blewbury is a charming village and civil parish located at the foot of the Berkshire Downs in the North Wessex Downs, approximately 4 miles south of Didcot and 14 miles from Oxford. Previously part of Berkshire, it became part of Oxfordshire following the 1974 boundary changes. As of the 2011 Census, the parish had a population of 1,581, making it a small but vibrant community, ideal for those exploring planning applications in a picturesque rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,707 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Vale of White Horse district.
Blewbury covers an area of approximately 17.2 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 Blewbury show an average sale price of £444,821, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Blewbury a particularly low-crime area.
Blewbury has one conservation area within its boundaries: Blewbury. 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 Blewbury includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Aston Upthorpe Downs SSSI; 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, Blewbury planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.blewbury.co.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 Blewbury
In the last 24 months, 35 planning applications were submitted near Blewbury. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Blewbury may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision period of 76 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Blewbury were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (5), listed building and heritage (3). Full planning applications account for 14% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 20 smaller schemes were submitted.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 21 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 13 applications
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- Didcot planning applications
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