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Planning in Hensington

Approved
91%
41 of 45 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Hensington

Hensington is a settlement located in Oxfordshire, England.

Property prices in Hensington show an average sale price of £587,957, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Hensington 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 Hensington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hensington 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.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Hensington, 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, 59 planning applications were submitted near Hensington. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), tree works (3), discharge of conditions (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Hensington?
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Hensington. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hensington?
The average planning decision time near Hensington 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 Hensington?
The planning approval rate near Hensington is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hensington?
The most common type of planning application near Hensington is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hensington?
You can search and track planning applications near Hensington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.