Brightwell Baldwin, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Brightwell Baldwin, Oxfordshire.
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About Brightwell Baldwin
Brightwell Baldwin is a quaint village and civil parish located in Oxfordshire, approximately 4.5 miles northeast of Wallingford. Nestled within the District of South Oxfordshire, the area covers about 1,569 acres and has a population of 208, according to the 2011 Census. The parish features a rectangular shape, measuring around 2.5 miles north to south and 1.25 miles east to west, with key roads such as the B4009 and B480 forming its boundaries, making it an area of interest for local planning applications.
Population: 205 (2021) · Area: 6.5 km²
District: South Oxfordshire
Website: http://democratic.southoxon.gov.uk/mgParishCouncilDetails.aspx?ID=200
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £540,537 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Oxfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Henley and Thame
- LSOA: South Oxfordshire 008A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Brightwell Baldwin.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Brightwell Baldwin.
- 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 Brightwell Baldwin based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
3 planning applications found near Brightwell Baldwin.
- - The Old Rectory Brightwell Baldwin OX49 5NW
Discharge of Condition 3 (Schedule of Materials), 4 (Joinery Details), 5 (Surface Water Drainage), 6 (Foul Water Drainage),7 (Tree Protection),8 (Landscaping Scheme), 9 (Construction Method Statement
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-10-15
View full details - - The Old Rectory Brightwell Baldwin OX49 5NW
Demolition of existing lean-to extension to the main house, and construction of new single storey side extension (as amended by PA01 A-90A, PA01 A-091A, PA01 201A, PA01 202A, PA01 203A and PA01 206A r
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-09-06
View full details - - The Old Rectory Brightwell Baldwin OX49 5NW
Demolition of existing lean-to extension to the main house, and construction of new single storey side extension. Demolition of an existing stable block building and construction of a new replacement
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-09-06
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A brief summary of Brightwell Baldwin in Oxfordshire
Brightwell Baldwin is a quaint village and civil parish located in Oxfordshire, approximately 4.5 miles northeast of Wallingford. Nestled within the District of South Oxfordshire, the area covers about 1,569 acres and has a population of 208, according to the 2011 Census. The parish features a rectangular shape, measuring around 2.5 miles north to south and 1.25 miles east to west, with key roads such as the B4009 and B480 forming its boundaries, making it an area of interest for local planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 205 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.
Brightwell Baldwin covers an area of approximately 6.5 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 Brightwell Baldwin show an average sale price of £540,537, 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 Brightwell Baldwin a particularly low-crime area.
Brightwell Baldwin has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Cuxham, Brightwell Baldwin. 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brightwell Baldwin planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://democratic.southoxon.gov.uk/mgParishCouncilDetails.aspx?ID=200. 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 Brightwell Baldwin
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Brightwell Baldwin. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 181 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Brightwell Baldwin may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
With an average of 181 days, decisions near Brightwell Baldwin take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 7-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.
The most common application types near Brightwell Baldwin were full planning applications (1), listed building and heritage (1), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 33% 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, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.
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