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Planning in Harpsden Bottom

Approved
92%
35 of 38 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Harpsden Bottom in the last 24 months, from South Oxfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Harpsden Bottom

Harpsden Bottom is a settlement located in Oxfordshire, England.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Harpsden Bottom 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 Harpsden Bottom a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Harpsden Bottom has 16 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Harpsden Bottom 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 Harpsden Bottom, 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, 46 planning applications were submitted near Harpsden Bottom. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), discharge of conditions (10), outline applications (6). 7 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Harpsden Bottom?
In the last 24 months, 46 planning applications were submitted near Harpsden Bottom. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Harpsden Bottom?
The average planning decision time near Harpsden Bottom is 57 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 Harpsden Bottom?
The planning approval rate near Harpsden Bottom is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Harpsden Bottom?
The most common type of planning application near Harpsden Bottom is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Harpsden Bottom?
You can search and track planning applications near Harpsden Bottom on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.