How long do planning decisions take near Crowell?

The average planning decision time near Crowell is 22 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 Crowell?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Crowell?

The most common type of planning application near Crowell is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Crowell?

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Crowell, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Crowell, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

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

About Crowell

Crowell is a quaint village and civil parish located in South Oxfordshire, approximately 4 miles southeast of Thame and 1 mile southwest of Chinnor. Nestled at the foot of the Chiltern Hills escarpment, it is situated at the source of the Pleck stream and has a small population of around 100 residents, as recorded in the 2001 Census. The name "Crowell" originates from Old English, meaning "crow's spring" or "crow's stream," reflecting the village's picturesque natural setting. This charming location may be of interest to those researching planning applications in a tranquil rural environment.

Population: 117 (2021)

District: South Oxfordshire

Website: http://mycouncil.oxfordshire.gov.uk/mgParishCouncilDetails.aspx?ID=242&LS=1

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £492,080 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Henley and Thame
LSOA: South Oxfordshire 005A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Crowell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Crowell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Crowell.

- Mulberry Cottage Crowell OX39 4RR
Demolition of existing single storey garage and erection of new single storey side extension with new front boundary brick wall and amended parking.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-22
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A brief summary of Crowell in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Crowell show an average sale price of £492,080, 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 Crowell a particularly low-crime area.

Crowell has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Kingston Blount, Oakley. 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 Crowell includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Chinnor Chalk Pit SSSI, Aston Rowant Woods SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Chilterns Beechwoods. 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, Crowell planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://mycouncil.oxfordshire.gov.uk/mgParishCouncilDetails.aspx?ID=242&LS=1. 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 Crowell

In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Crowell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 22 days.

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

The average decision time of 22 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Crowell were full planning applications (3), tree works (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 43% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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