How long do planning decisions take near Chalgrove?

The average planning decision time near Chalgrove is 46 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 Chalgrove?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Chalgrove?

The most common type of planning application near Chalgrove is listed building consent applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Chalgrove?

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Chalgrove, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chalgrove, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Chalgrove are administered by South Oxfordshire District Council. View the full South Oxfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Chalgrove

Chalgrove is a village and civil parish located approximately 10 miles southeast of Oxford in South Oxfordshire, which also encompasses the hamlet of Rofford and the former parish of Warpsgrove, merged in 1932. With a population of 2,830 recorded in the 2011 Census, Chalgrove is historically significant for the Battle of Chalgrove Field in 1643, where Parliamentarian leader John Hampden was wounded. This rich historical backdrop may influence planning applications in the area, reflecting its cultural heritage and community development needs.

Population: 2,808 (2021) · Area: 11.2 km²

District: South Oxfordshire

Website: http://www.chalgrove-parish.org.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £532,965 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Henley and Thame
LSOA: South Oxfordshire 007B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chalgrove.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Chalgrove based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Chalgrove.

P26/S1454/LDP - 6 Chibnall Close Chalgrove Oxford OX44 7SD
Demolish existing conservatory and rebuild a single storey ground floor rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-18
P26/S1497/HH - 6 Chibnall Close Chalgrove Oxford OX44 7SD
Single storey front extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-05
- Blacksmiths Cottage 118 High Street Chalgrove OX44 7ST
Alteration of ridge level chimney stack.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-20
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- 169 High Street Chalgrove OX44 7ST
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-18
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- Land adjacent to 8 Berrick Road Chalgrove OX44 7RQ
A phased development of 4 - 7 self build dwellings.
Status: Permitted | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-27
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A brief summary of Chalgrove in Oxfordshire

Chalgrove covers an area of approximately 11.2 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 Chalgrove show an average sale price of £532,965, 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 Chalgrove a particularly low-crime area.

Chalgrove has one conservation area within its boundaries: Chalgrove. 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 Chalgrove includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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, Chalgrove planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.chalgrove-parish.org.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 Chalgrove

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Chalgrove. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

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

The average decision time of 46 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Chalgrove were listed building and heritage (4), full planning applications (3), outline applications (1). The high proportion of heritage applications reflects the historic character of the area and the presence of listed buildings or conservation areas nearby.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 2 medium-scale applications, 7 smaller schemes were submitted.

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