How long do planning decisions take near Freeland?

The average planning decision time near Freeland is 50 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 Freeland?

The planning approval rate near Freeland is 75%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Freeland?

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

How can I track planning applications near Freeland?

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Freeland, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Freeland, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Freeland are administered by West Oxfordshire District Council. View the full West Oxfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Freeland

Freeland is a charming village and civil parish located approximately 4 miles northeast of Witney in Oxfordshire, with a population of 1,490 according to the 2021 Census. Its picturesque setting and growing community make it an area of interest for potential planning applications and local development opportunities.

Population: 1,521 (2021)

District: West Oxfordshire

Website: http://www.freelandoxon.co.uk/home/index.html

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £408,117 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Bicester and Woodstock
LSOA: West Oxfordshire 006C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Freeland.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Freeland based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Freeland.

26/01439/HHD · Validated: Fri 12 Jun 2026 - The Kiln The Green Freeland Witney Oxfordshire OX29 8AP
Renovation works to include demolition of part of existing house and erection of new extension to create additional accommodation over two floors with further dormer windows, two to the front and one
Status: Undecided | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-06-12
- 35 Church View Freeland Witney Oxfordshire OX29 8HT
Erection of single storey rear extension (7.6m x 4m (max. height)/2.65m (height to eaves).
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-31
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- 85 Broadmarsh Lane Freeland Witney Oxfordshire OX29 8QP
Erection of a two storey side extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-20
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- 109 Broadmarsh Lane Freeland Witney Oxfordshire OX29 8QP
Certificate of lawfulness (conversion of attic space to create additional living space, along with construction of a box dormer to rear roof slope)
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-18
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- 173 Wroslyn Road Freeland Witney Oxfordshire OX29 8AL
Erection of 1.5 storey side extension, conversion of loft to living space, demolition of existing detached garage, and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-11-26
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- 29 Pigeon House Lane Freeland Witney Oxfordshire OX29 8AG
Erection of a single and two storey rear extension, conversion of attic space to living space with addition of dormer windows to the rear, widening of vehicle access to the property, and associated wo
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-11-07
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- Land East Of Wroslyn Road Freeland Oxfordshire
Development of 78 residential dwellings (Use Class C3), allotments and site access, plus open space, drainage, landscaping and associated engineering works (revised and additional information received
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-07-05
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- The Willows Broadmarsh Lane Freeland Witney Oxfordshire OX29 8AN
Alterations and extensions to dwelling including erection of one and half storey annexe and front/side extension. (amended plans)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-06-14
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- 125 Broadmarsh Lane Freeland Witney Oxfordshire OX29 8QP
Erection of single storey front and side extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-01-26
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- Harlyn 145 Wroslyn Road Freeland Witney Oxfordshire OX29 8HR
Erection of single storey rear extension (part pitched roof, part flat roof), 6m x 2.75m height to eaves/4m max height.
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-01-09
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- Land East Of Wroslyn Road Freeland Oxfordshire
Development of 80 residential dwellings (Use Class C3), community shop/cafe (Use Class E), allotments and site access, plus open space, drainage, landscaping and associated engineering works.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-02-02
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A brief summary of Freeland in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Freeland show an average sale price of £408,117, 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 Freeland a particularly low-crime area.

Freeland has one conservation area within its boundaries: Church Hanborough. 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 Freeland includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Long Hanborough Gravel Pit SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, Freeland planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.freelandoxon.co.uk/home/index.html. 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 Freeland

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Freeland. Of these, 75% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 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 Freeland.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Freeland were full planning applications (4), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 40% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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