How long do planning decisions take near Eaton Hastings?

The average planning decision time near Eaton Hastings is 136 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 Eaton Hastings?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Eaton Hastings?

The most common type of planning application near Eaton Hastings is discharge of conditions, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Eaton Hastings?

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Eaton Hastings, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Eaton Hastings, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Eaton Hastings are administered by Vale Of White Horse District Council. View the full Vale Of White Horse District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Eaton Hastings

Eaton Hastings is a quaint village and civil parish located alongside the River Thames, approximately 2.5 miles northwest of Faringdon. Formerly part of Berkshire, it became part of Oxfordshire following the boundary changes in 1974. Once a larger settlement, the village now presents itself as a largely deserted medieval community, with a population of just 81 recorded in the 2001 Census. This unique historical context may influence planning applications and development considerations in the area.

Population: 59 (2021)

District: Vale of White Horse

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £362,112 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Vale of White Horse
Parliamentary constituency: Witney
LSOA: Vale of White Horse 007C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Eaton Hastings.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Eaton Hastings based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Eaton Hastings in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Eaton Hastings show an average sale price of £362,112, 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 Eaton Hastings a particularly low-crime area.

Eaton Hastings has one conservation area within its boundaries: Kelmscott. 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 Eaton Hastings includes 18 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Eaton Hastings

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Eaton Hastings. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 136 days.

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

With an average of 136 days, decisions near Eaton Hastings take longer than the statutory targets. Applicants should budget for a 5-month timeline and consider pre-application discussions to avoid delays.

The most common application types near Eaton Hastings were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 2 smaller schemes were submitted.

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