How long do planning decisions take near Holton?

The average planning decision time near Holton is 41 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 Holton?

The planning approval rate near Holton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Holton?

The most common type of planning application near Holton is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Holton?

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Holton, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Holton, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

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

About Holton

Holton is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 5.5 miles east of Oxford in South Oxfordshire. The area is defined by natural boundaries, with the River Thame to the southeast and Holton Brook to the east and north, while London Road forms the southern edge. It shares its western border with the parishes of Forest Hill with Shotover and Stanton St John, making it an appealing location for prospective developments and planning applications.

Population: 448 (2021) · Area: 6.6 km²

District: South Oxfordshire

Website: http://www.holtonparishcouncil.org.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £532,965 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Henley and Thame
LSOA: South Oxfordshire 002A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Holton.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Holton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Holton.

- Holton Park Cottage Holton OX33 1PR
Removal of Conditions 6 (Close existing access) and 13 (Demolish specified buildings before occupation) and variation of Condition 2 approved plans for planning permission ref P25/S1297/S73. (Variatio
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-08-04
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- Slaymaker Holton OX33 1PR
Discharge of conditions 7 (surface water drainage works) & 8 (parking & manoeuvring areas retained) on application ref. P24/S3892/HH (Retention of detached garage/workshop and proposed alteration to t
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-07-30
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- Land between Swallow Barn and 2 Church End Cottages, Waterperry Road Holton OX33 1PW
Discharge of conditions 4(surface water drainage) & 5(tree protection) on application P21/S0560/FUL (Erection of stable building for equestrian use and retention of associated access track and gate).
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-07-20
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- Oxford Brookes University Waterperry Road Holton OX33 1HX
Temporary planning permission until 31 July 2025 for the change of use of Blocks A, D and M as boarding/guest/hotel accommodation, Block WT for ancillary meeting facilities, and associated parking (Re
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-06-23
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A brief summary of Holton in Oxfordshire

Holton covers an area of approximately 6.6 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 Holton show an average sale price of £532,965, 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 Holton a particularly low-crime area.

Holton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wheatley. 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 Holton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Holton Wood 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, Holton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.holtonparishcouncil.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 Holton

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Holton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 41 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Holton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 41 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Holton were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2).

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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