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17 applications received or decided in the last 12 months · within 1 km of the centre of Ewelme · updated daily · South Oxfordshire District Council

Only 7 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows the last 12 months.

Showing 1 to 5 of 17 · received or decided in the last 12 months

Clare Lodge, The Street, Ewelme, Wallingford, OX10 6HQAwaiting decisionConstruction of a garden shed within the front garden (Schedule 1 application under the 2026 Regulations)Other DevelopmentReceived 5 Nov 2026P26/S4504/HH
Mead House, Ewelme, Wallingford, OX10 6HPAwaiting decisionErection of single dwelling and associated works (previously approved under P11/W1035) (Phased development – Phase 1: driveway improvements and parking area – Phase 2: Erection of new dwelling) (Schedule 1 application under the 2026 Regulations)Minor DevelopmentReceived 29 Oct 2026P26/S4890/FUL
The Old Rectory, Ewelme, Wallingford, OX10 6HPAwaiting decisionDischarge of Conditions 3 (Surface Water Drainage) and 4 (Foul Water Drainage) in regard to householder application P25/S2441/HHOther DevelopmentReceived 23 Oct 2026P26/S4932/DIS
Greyhound House, The Street, Ewelme, OX10 6HUAwaiting decisionRemove existing windows and doors and replace with solid oak windows and doors. Replace existing double doors to office with new hardwood double doors.Other DevelopmentReceived 23 Oct 2026P26/S4309/LB
Ewelme Watercress Beds The Street Ewelme Wallingford OX10 6HJApprovedPollarding 3 Willow trees to proling their life and reduce danger to them falling and damaging the riverbank.Works to trees in CAReceived 20 Oct 2026Decided 29 Oct 2026P26/S4882/TCA

Planning in Ewelme

Approved: 86%; 12 of 14 decided
Decision time: about 9 weeks; on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Ewelme in the last 24 months, from South Oxfordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Ewelme

Postcode districts

OX10 315 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: South Oxfordshire District Council

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About Ewelme

Ewelme is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Chiltern Hills of South Oxfordshire, just 2.5 miles northeast of Wallingford. With a population of 1,048 as recorded in the 2011 census, the area features notable landmarks such as Cow Common to the east and Benson Airfield to the west, with part of the airfield situated within the parish boundary. The local geology consists of chalk over gault clay, accompanied by some gravel deposits, making it a unique area for planning considerations. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,044 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Ewelme covers an area of approximately 11.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Ewelme show an average sale price of £591,875, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Ewelme 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 (May 2026). This makes Ewelme a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Ewelme has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ewelme 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.ewelme.info/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Ewelme, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Ewelme. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were tree works (4), discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ewelme?

In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Ewelme. The approval rate is 86%.

How long do planning decisions take near Ewelme?

The average planning decision time near Ewelme is 61 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 Ewelme?

The planning approval rate near Ewelme is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ewelme?

The most common type of planning application near Ewelme is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ewelme?

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