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Planning in Horspath

Approved
87%
13 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Horspath

Horspath is a charming village and civil parish located in South Oxfordshire, approximately 3.5 miles east of Oxford city centre. With a population of 1,378 as recorded in the 2011 census, this quaint community offers a unique blend of rural charm and proximity to urban amenities, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,466 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Horspath covers an area of approximately 4.7 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 Horspath show an average sale price of £532,965, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Horspath a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Horspath has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Horspath 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.horspath.org.uk.

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 Horspath, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Horspath. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Horspath?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Horspath. The approval rate is 87%.
How long do planning decisions take near Horspath?
The average planning decision time near Horspath is 67 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 Horspath?
The planning approval rate near Horspath is 87%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Horspath?
The most common type of planning application near Horspath is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Horspath?
You can search and track planning applications near Horspath on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.