How long do planning decisions take near Grove?

The average planning decision time near Grove is 52 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 Grove?

The planning approval rate near Grove is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Grove?

The most common type of planning application near Grove is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Grove?

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Grove, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Grove, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Grove are administered by Vale Of White Horse District Council. View the full Vale Of White Horse District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Grove

Grove is a village and civil parish located in Oxfordshire, England, approximately 1.5 miles north of Wantage and 14 miles southwest of Oxford. With a population of 8,336 as recorded in the 2021 Census, Grove is notable for being the home of the renowned Formula One constructor, Williams Racing, making it a significant location for potential planning applications related to sports and business development in the area.

Population: 8,336 (2021)

District: Vale of White Horse

Website: http://www.grove-oxon.org.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £375,790 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Vale of White Horse
Parliamentary constituency: Didcot and Wantage
LSOA: Vale of White Horse 014F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Grove.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Grove based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

34 planning applications found near Grove.

P26/V1686/S73 - Grove House South Station Road Grove Wantage OX12 7PF
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) on application P22/V1593/HH to allow insertion of additional rooflights Variation of Conditions 2 (Approved Plans), 4 (Tree Protection) and 5 (Materials) on
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-05-15
P26/V1685/LB - Grove House South Station Road Grove Wantage OX12 7PF
This application seeks listed building consent for amendments to the scheme approved under application P21/V3473/LB and subsequently amended by P22/V1639/LB. This proposal is the addition of three her
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-05-15
P25/V0477/FUL - Land to the side of 14 Millbrook Square, School Lane, Grove, Wantage, OX12 7JZ
Erection of a single storey retail unit on land to the side of 14 Millbrook Square and fronting School Lane. The retail unit will be designated as a stationery book store designated as Class E (a) - D
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-30
P26/V0743/FUL - The Bay Tree, The Green, Grove, Wantage, OX12 0AN
Installation of 1x 98 external TV monitor on freestanding 'Goal Post' housing support
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-25
- The Bay Tree The Green Grove Wantage OX12 0AN
Installation of 1x 98" external TV monitor on freestanding 'Goal Post' housing support, in existing beer garden area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-25
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P26/V0724/HH - 14 Harlington Avenue, Grove, Wantage, OX12 7NJ
Small single storey front extension to create space for a ground floor WC
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-23
- 14 Harlington Avenue Grove Wantage OX12 7NJ
Small single storey front extension to create space for a ground floor WC
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-23
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P26/V0693/LDP - 18 Linden Crescent, Grove, Wantage, OX12 7NB
Use of land to station a mobile home granny annexe for use incidental to the main dwelling
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-19
- 18 Linden Crescent Grove Wantage OX12 7NB
Use of land to station a mobile home granny annexe for use incidental to the main dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-19
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- Monks Farm - Phase 1A Grove
Discharge of condition 10(Biodiversity CEMP) on application ref. P23/V1198/S73 Variation of conditions 12 (Habitat restoration method statement) and 13 (Letcombe Brook Bridge) details on application r
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-02
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P26/V0362/O - Rosslyn, Main Street, Grove, Wantage, OX12 7LQ
Application for outline planning permission for a single dwelling with all matters reserved
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-27
- Rosslyn Main Street Grove Wantage OX12 7LQ
Application for outline planning permission for a single dwelling with all matters reserved
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-11
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P26/V0250/HH - Willow House, Station Road, Grove, Wantage, OX12 7PF
Proposed single storey front extension and internal alterations. Works to include changes to the fenestration and additional new fencing to the front of the property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-05
- Willow House Station Road Grove Wantage OX12 7PF
Proposed single storey front extension and internal alterations. Works to include changes to the fenestration and additional new fencing to the front of the property.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-29
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- Land at Monks Farm, Grove, OX12 0AH
Discharge of Condition 20 (Water Upgrade Works) on planning approval P23/V1198/S73-for the Phase 2A (plots 84-163), Phase 2B (plots 164- 271) and Phase 3 (plots 272-400) areas of the site. (Variation
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-23
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P26/V0110/HH - 20 Glebe Gardens, Grove, Wantage, OX12 7LX
Garage conversion into habitable space, first floor front extension and changes to the fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-14
- Phases 1A & 1C Monks Farm Grove
Discharge of conditions 8 (surface water) & 9 (foul water) on planning permission P23/V1198/S73. Variation of conditions 12 (Habitat restoration method statement) and 13 (Letcombe Brook Bridge) detail
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-14
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- Bellinger Garage Station Road Grove Wantage OX12 0DH
Discharge of condition(s) 3 (Archaeological Watching Brief) and 5 (Land Contamination) on application reference P22/V2753/FUL. (Demolition of existing building. Erection of a replacement car valeting
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-12
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P25/V2627/LDP - 5 Westbrook, Grove, Wantage, OX12 0AP
Erection of a single storey rear extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-12-10
- Phase 2B, Monks Farm Grove
Discharge of condition 10(Biodiversity CEMP) on application ref. P23/V1198//S73 (Phase 2B P25/V1127/RM) Variation of conditions 12 (Habitat restoration method statement) and 13 (Letcombe Brook Bridge)
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-11-14
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A brief summary of Grove in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Grove show an average sale price of £375,790, 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 Grove a particularly low-crime area.

Grove has one conservation area within its boundaries: Grove. 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Grove planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.grove-oxon.org.uk/. 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 Grove

In the last 24 months, 50 planning applications were submitted near Grove. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Grove.

The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Grove were full planning applications (13), discharge of conditions (11), outline applications (7). Full planning applications account for 26% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 10 large-scale (major) developments, 1 medium-scale application, 24 smaller schemes were submitted. The high volume of major applications indicates significant development pressure in the area, which may interest property developers and investors.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 30 applications
Refused: 3 applications
Withdrawn: 1 application
Awaiting decision: 16 applications

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