Lewknor, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lewknor, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · settlement
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.
Population: 693 (2021) · Area: 13.1 km²
District: South Oxfordshire
Website: http://www.lewknor-pc.org.uk/
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Area Information
- Admin district: South Oxfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Henley and Thame
- LSOA: South Oxfordshire 008B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Lewknor.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lewknor.
- 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 Lewknor based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
5 planning applications found near Lewknor.
- - 11A Weston Road Lewknor OX49 5TX
Discharge 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
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-20
View full details - - Lancing 11A Weston Road Lewknor OX49 5TX
Discharge of conditions 3 (materials),4 (biodiversity),5 (surface water),6 (foul water) and 13 (landscaping) of planning permission P24/S1542/FUL Division of site. Construction of a new house and rete
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - Knapp Farmhouse Weston Road Lewknor OX49 5TU
Replacement windows and doors with matching timber heritage slimline double glazed units. Replacement of uPVC guttering. Removal of the oil heating system and storage heaters and installation of under
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-02
View full details - - The Hall Barn Church Lane Lewknor OX49 5TP
Part retrospective Listed Building Consent application for maintenance works to reconstruct a section of the boundary wall between St Margaret's Church and The Hall Barn.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-11-23
View full details - - Lewknor Postcode area
Proposed installation of 8 (Eight) 11 metre wooden poles to be installed with 9.3 metres above ground.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Lewknor in Oxfordshire
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.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lewknor a particularly low-crime area.
Lewknor has one conservation area within its boundaries: Lewknor. 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 Lewknor includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Aston Rowant SSSI, Shirburn Hill SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns; 3 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Aston Rowant. 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, Lewknor planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.lewknor-pc.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 Lewknor
In the last 24 months, 7 planning applications were submitted near Lewknor. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 36 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Lewknor may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 36 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Lewknor were discharge of conditions (3), listed building and heritage (2), telecoms (1).
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Related Planning Guides
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- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
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