Faringdon, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Faringdon is a historic market town located in the Vale of White Horse, Oxfordshire, approximately 18 miles south-west of Oxford. Known for its picturesque views extending to the River Thames and the Ridgeway, the town's civil parish, officially termed Great Faringdon, distinguishes it from nearby Little Faringdon. With a population that grew from 7,121 in 2011 to an estimated 7,992 in 2019, Faringdon also holds the distinction of being the first Fairtrade Town in south-east England as of February 2004, making it a noteworthy location for planning applications and community initiatives.

Property prices in Faringdon show an average sale price of £362,112, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Faringdon 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 Faringdon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Faringdon has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Faringdon 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 Faringdon, visit the local authority's planning portal directly. Planning Signal links to the original council submission for every application listed above.