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Planning in Dry Sandford

Approved
91%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Dry Sandford

Dry Sandford is a village located in the Vale of White Horse district of Oxfordshire, approximately 3 miles (5 km) north-west of Abingdon. As one of the two villages within the civil parish of St Helen Without, Dry Sandford was part of Berkshire until the 1974 boundary changes, which integrated the area into Oxfordshire. This transition may be relevant for those researching planning applications and local governance in the region. It sits within the St. Helen Without district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Dry Sandford 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 Dry Sandford a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Dry Sandford has 6 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Dry Sandford 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.woottondrysandfordshippon.co.uk.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Dry Sandford, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Dry Sandford. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Dry Sandford?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Dry Sandford. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Dry Sandford?
The average planning decision time near Dry Sandford is 66 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 Dry Sandford?
The planning approval rate near Dry Sandford is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Dry Sandford?
The most common type of planning application near Dry Sandford is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Dry Sandford?
You can search and track planning applications near Dry Sandford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.