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Planning in Hanwell

Approved
92%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Hanwell

Postcode districts

OX17 343 applications in the last 12 monthsOX16 281 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cherwell District Council

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About Hanwell

Hanwell is a quaint village and civil parish located in Oxfordshire, approximately 2 miles northwest of Banbury. Spanning 1,240 acres, the area features varied topography with its highest point reaching around 500 feet above sea level. According to the 2011 Census, the population of Hanwell stands at 263, making it a small but vibrant community for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 266 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cherwell district.

Hanwell covers an area of approximately 4.3 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 Hanwell show an average sale price of £382,909, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Hanwell has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hanwell 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.hanwellvillage.com.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hanwell, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Hanwell. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), listed building and heritage (2), amendments (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hanwell?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Hanwell. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hanwell?
The average planning decision time near Hanwell is 70 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 Hanwell?
The planning approval rate near Hanwell is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hanwell?
The most common type of planning application near Hanwell is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hanwell?
You can search and track planning applications near Hanwell on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.