How long do planning decisions take near Longworth?

The average planning decision time near Longworth is 50 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 Longworth?

The planning approval rate near Longworth is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Longworth?

The most common type of planning application near Longworth is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Longworth?

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Longworth, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Longworth, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Longworth 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 Longworth

Longworth is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Vale of White Horse, Oxfordshire, having been transferred from Berkshire in 1974. Situated approximately 7 miles west of Faringdon and 9 miles northeast of Oxford, the village had a population of 543 according to the 2021 Census. Its strategic position makes it a notable area for planning applications, given its proximity to larger towns and transport links.

Population: 585 (2021)

District: Vale of White Horse

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

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £404,175 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Vale of White Horse
Parliamentary constituency: Oxford West and Abingdon
LSOA: Vale of White Horse 003A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Longworth.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Longworth based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Longworth.

P26/V0514/HH - Sudbury Farm House, Sudbury Lane, Longworth, Abingdon, OX13 5EL
Erection of a detached single-storey outbuilding
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-27
- Sudbury Farm House Sudbury Lane Longworth Abingdon OX13 5EL
Erection of a detached single-storey outbuilding
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-27
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- Brook House Sudbury Lane Longworth Abingdon OX13 5EL
Non-Material amendment to planning permission P24/V0987/HH-Shortening of the height of the two rear elevation 1st floor windows to remove the roof cut out below the cills. Filling in the west elevatio
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-13
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- Yew Tree House High Street Longworth Abingdon OX13 5EP
Discharge of condition 3(Archaeology (submission and implementation of WSI)) on application ref. P25/V1780/HH The creation of a wildlife pond with associated engineering work.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-28
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- 17 Bow Bank Longworth Abingdon OX13 5ER
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) on application ref. P25/V0688/S73 - change to external materials Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) on application P23/V1657/S73-Change from one to two
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-11-19
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- Willow Barn Cow Lane Longworth Abingdon OX13 5EJ
Construction of a new self build two bedroom bungalow on land adjacent to Willow Barn (currently disused paddock).
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-03-05
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- The Gables Appleton Road Longworth Abingdon OX13 5EF
Internal & external alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-02-22
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- 2 Bow Bank Longworth Abingdon OX13 5ER
Removal of condition 4(Garage Accommodation) on application P17/V2572/HH. (Construction of a single garage, with associated utility room and storage to first floor).
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-03-30
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A brief summary of Longworth in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Longworth show an average sale price of £404,175, 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 Longworth a particularly low-crime area.

Longworth has one conservation area within its boundaries: Longworth. 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 Longworth includes 2 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, Longworth planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.longworthvillage.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 Longworth

In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Longworth. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Longworth maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Longworth were full planning applications (5), amendments (4), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 28% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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