How long do planning decisions take near Filchampstead?

The average planning decision time near Filchampstead is 39 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 Filchampstead?

The planning approval rate near Filchampstead is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Filchampstead?

The most common type of planning application near Filchampstead is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Filchampstead?

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Filchampstead, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Filchampstead, Oxfordshire.

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About Filchampstead

Filchampstead is a quaint hamlet situated in Cumnor Parish, Oxfordshire, and was part of Berkshire until boundary changes in 1974. Nestled along the B4017 Cumnor Road, it lies between Farmoor and Cumnor village, at the base of the local landmark known as 'Tumbledown Dick', making it an interesting area for potential planning applications.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £507,860 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Oxford
Parliamentary constituency: Oxford West and Abingdon
LSOA: Oxford 008F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Filchampstead.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Filchampstead based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Filchampstead.

P26/V0402/HH - 1 Lower Whitley Road, Filchampstead, Oxford, OX2 9NU
Proposed ground floor infill extension. Loft conversion, including two roof dormers with two Juliet balconies to rear elevation, and altered pitch with four rooflights and dormer to front elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-16
- 1 Lower Whitley Road Filchampstead Oxford OX2 9NU
Proposed ground floor infill extension. Loft conversion, including two roof dormers with two Juliet balconies to rear elevation, and altered pitch with four rooflights and dormer to front elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-16
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- 1 Lower Whitley Road Filchampstead Oxford OX2 9NU
Non-material amendment to P25/V0632/HH to extend the front dormer to accommodate full width of stair gallery to provide additional headroom (Proposed ground floor infill extension. Loft conversion, in
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Amendment | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-09
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- 1 Lower Whitley Road Filchampstead Oxford OX2 9NU
Proposed ground floor infill extension. Loft conversion, including roof dormer with two Juliet balconies to rear elevation, and altered pitch with five rooflights to front elevation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-03-21
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A brief summary of Filchampstead in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Filchampstead show an average sale price of £507,860, 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 Filchampstead a particularly low-crime area.

Filchampstead has one conservation area within its boundaries: Cumnor. 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 Filchampstead includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wytham Woods SSSI; 9 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 Filchampstead

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Filchampstead. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 39 days.

This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Filchampstead.

The average decision time of 39 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Filchampstead were full planning applications (2), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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