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Planning in Cumnor Hill

Approved
96%
44 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Cumnor Hill in the last 24 months, from Vale of White Horse District Council's planning register.

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About Cumnor Hill

Cumnor Hill, located in the civil parish of Cumnor in Oxfordshire, lies to the west of Oxford. Formerly part of Berkshire until 1974, it encompasses a ribbon development connecting the original village of Cumnor to Botley, situated just outside Oxford's ring road. This area presents a range of planning opportunities given its proximity to the city and its evolving residential landscape.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Cumnor Hill area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Cumnor Hill a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Cumnor Hill has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cumnor Hill 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Cumnor Hill, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Cumnor Hill. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (26), amendments (6), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cumnor Hill?
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Cumnor Hill. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cumnor Hill?
The average planning decision time near Cumnor Hill is 69 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 Cumnor Hill?
The planning approval rate near Cumnor Hill is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cumnor Hill?
The most common type of planning application near Cumnor Hill is full planning applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cumnor Hill?
You can search and track planning applications near Cumnor Hill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.