Emmington, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Emmington, Oxfordshire.
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About Emmington
Emmington is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Chinnor in South Oxfordshire, approximately 4.5 miles southeast of Thame. Historically, the village had a population of just 41 in 1931, but it was merged with Chinnor on 1 April 1932, leading to its current status as a part of a larger community. This serene setting may present opportunities for planning applications focused on residential development and local amenities.
District: Chinnor
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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 005D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Emmington.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Emmington.
- 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 Emmington based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
1 planning application found near Emmington.
- - Land adjacent to 7 Emmington Emmington OX39 4AA
Temporary storage for 24 months of building materials/equipment for a reconstructed Old English Barn, replacing existing demolished agricultural sheds, in order keep this paraphernalia clear from the
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-09-30
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A brief summary of Emmington in Oxfordshire
Emmington is a quaint village located within the civil parish of Chinnor in South Oxfordshire, approximately 4.5 miles southeast of Thame. Historically, the village had a population of just 41 in 1931, but it was merged with Chinnor on 1 April 1932, leading to its current status as a part of a larger community. This serene setting may present opportunities for planning applications focused on residential development and local amenities. It sits within the Chinnor district.
Property prices in Emmington 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 Emmington a particularly low-crime area.
Emmington has one conservation area within its boundaries: Chinnor. 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 Emmington 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, Emmington 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.
Planning Activity in Emmington
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Emmington. Of these, 100% were approved.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Emmington may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The most common application types near Emmington were full planning applications (1). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.