How long do planning decisions take near Letcombe Regis?

The average planning decision time near Letcombe Regis is 54 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 Letcombe Regis?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Letcombe Regis?

The most common type of planning application near Letcombe Regis is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Letcombe Regis?

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Letcombe Regis, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Letcombe Regis, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Letcombe Regis are administered by Vale Of White Horse District Council. View the full Vale Of White Horse District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Letcombe Regis

Letcombe Regis is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Vale of White Horse, Oxfordshire, having previously been part of Berkshire until the boundary changes in 1974. Nestled at the foot of the Berkshire Downs escarpment and adjacent to Letcombe Brook, it lies approximately 1 mile southwest of Wantage. According to the 2011 Census, the parish has a population of 578, making it a quaint community for those considering planning applications in the area.

Population: 661 (2021)

District: Vale of White Horse

Website: https://www.letcomberegispc.org/

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Area Information

Admin district: Vale of White Horse
Parliamentary constituency: Didcot and Wantage
LSOA: Vale of White Horse 014A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Letcombe Regis.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Letcombe Regis based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

12 planning applications found near Letcombe Regis.

P26/V1294/LB - Dunstan Lodge South Street Letcombe Regis Wantage OX12 9JY
Proposed chimney terminal height extension to a height of 1800mm from existing thatched roof finish.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-05-14
P26/V1293/HH - Dunstan Lodge South Street Letcombe Regis Wantage OX12 9JY
Proposed chimney terminal height extension to a height of 1800mm from existing thatched roof finish.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-05-14
P26/V0858/FUL - Antwick Stud, Road Running From Yew Tree Cottage To The Village Hall, Letcombe Regis, Wantage, OX12 9JD
Demolition of existing buildings and erection of three dwellings with gardens, parking, and associated works. Phased development.
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-04-24
- Richmond Villages South Street Letcombe Regis Wantage OX12 9RG
Installation of one freestanding, non-illuminated wayfinding monolith sign on a grass verge adjacent to the entrance of Richmond Villages, South Street, Letcombe Regis.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-20
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P26/V0395/HH - 8 Mill Paddock, Letcombe Regis, Wantage, OX12 9JE
Proposed single storey and two storey extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-16
- 8 Mill Paddock Letcombe Regis Wantage OX12 9JE
Proposed single storey and two storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-16
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- Timberdown South Street Letcombe Regis Wantage OX12 9JY
Single storey rear extension and internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-13
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P26/V0315/HH - 8 Manor Fields, Letcombe Regis, Wantage, OX12 9JG
Single & two storey side and front extensions
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-13
P26/V0393/HH - Timberdown, South Street, Letcombe Regis, Wantage, OX12 9JY
Single storey rear extension and internal alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-13
- 8 Manor Fields Letcombe Regis Wantage OX12 9JG
Single & two storey side and front extensions
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-05
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- 1 The Old Bakery Letcombe Regis Wantage OX12 9JN
Replace existing roof with solar tiles; install ASHP in internal courtyard area.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-05-23
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- The White House Main Street Letcombe Regis Wantage OX12 9JL
Demolish existing timber-framed utility room. Proposed new single-storey extension. Replace all timber shingle tiles on roof with composite slate tiles (additional ecological information submitted 24
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-04-14
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A brief summary of Letcombe Regis in Oxfordshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Letcombe Regis a particularly low-crime area.

Letcombe Regis has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wantage Town Centre, Letcombe Regis, Letcombe Bassett. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Letcombe Regis includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. 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, Letcombe Regis planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at https://www.letcomberegispc.org/. 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 Letcombe Regis

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Letcombe Regis. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 54 days.

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

The average decision time of 54 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Letcombe Regis were full planning applications (7), outline applications (1), telecoms (1). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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