Search Lewknor planning applications

44 applications on record · within 1 km of the centre of Lewknor · updated daily · South Oxfordshire District Council

Only 3 applications in the last 90 days, so this shows every one we hold.

Showing 1 to 5 of 44

Byeways, Hill Road, Lewknor, Watlington, OX49 5TSAwaiting decisionDemolition of existing timber outbuilding and erection of detached dwelling house with associated landscaping. (Schedule 1 application under the 2026 Regulations)Minor DevelopmentReceived 26 Oct 2026P26/S4956/FUL
All Souls Cottage 5 Church Lane Lewknor Watlington OX49 5TPApprovedT1 Ash - Reduce the height of the secondary scaffold limbs forming the upper crown by up to 2 metres. Reduce the overextended lateral branches by up to 3 metres to alleviate end-weight and reduce wind loading, whilst maintaining a balanced and natural crown form. T2 Silver Birch - Reduce the height and spread of the tree by up to 1.5 metre, approximately back to the previous pruning points. Reasons for works - T1 is a mature tree with extensive basal hollowing and evidence of a previous primary limb failure, resulting in an unbalanced crown and associated decay within the main stem. The proposed reduction is intended to alleviate end-weight, reduce loading on the remaining structure, and aid in the long-term retention of the tree. T2 forms part of a routine maintenance programme and is proposed in accordance with the previous management regime to maintain the tree at an appropriate size and condition.Works to trees in CAReceived 3 Aug 2026Decided 13 Aug 2026P26/S3342/TCA
Rectory Farm, 9 Church Lane, Lewknor, Watlington, OX49 5TPApprovedInstallation of a timber agricultural storage shedMinor DevelopmentReceived 3 Aug 2026Decided 25 Sep 2026P26/S2884/FUL
11A Weston Road Lewknor OX49 5TXApprovedDischarge of Conditions 4 (Bird/Bat Boxes), 5 (Surface Water Drainage), 6 (Foul Water Drainage) and 13 (Landscaping) on P24/S1542/FUL and APP/Q3115/W/24/3352135 Division of site. Construction of a new house and retention of existing bungalowOther (Discharge Conditions)Received 20 Feb 2026Decided 20 Mar 2026P26/S0527/DIS
Field Farm Shirburn Road Lewknor Watlington OX49 5RRApprovedErection of agricultural building.Other (Agricultural Notif.)Received 17 Feb 2026Decided 17 Mar 2026P26/S0485/AG

Planning in Lewknor

Approved: 100%; 12 of 12 decided
Decision time: about 7 weeks; on average

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

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Around Lewknor

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OX49 86 applications in the last 12 months

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About Lewknor

Lewknor is a charming village and civil parish located approximately 5 miles south of Thame in Oxfordshire, encompassing the villages of Postcombe and South Weston. As of the 2011 Census, the parish had a population of 663, making it a small yet vibrant community, which may be of interest for those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 693 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Lewknor covers an area of approximately 13.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

The area around Lewknor has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Lewknor 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.lewknor-pc.org.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Lewknor, 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, 13 planning applications were submitted near Lewknor. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (4), listed building and heritage (3), full planning applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Lewknor?

In the last 24 months, 13 planning applications were submitted near Lewknor. The approval rate is 100%.

How long do planning decisions take near Lewknor?

The average planning decision time near Lewknor is 51 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 Lewknor?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Lewknor?

The most common type of planning application near Lewknor is discharge of conditions, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

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