Lyford, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Lyford, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Lyford 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 Lyford
Lyford is a quaint village and civil parish located on the River Ock, approximately 4 miles north of Wantage in Oxfordshire. Previously part of Berkshire, it became part of Oxfordshire following boundary changes in 1974. With a population of just 44 as recorded in the 2001 Census, Lyford is characterized by its historical references, including its name, which is derived from "Linford," indicating its past as a ford across the river. The village now features a bridge on the road to Charney Bassett, making it an interesting area for planning applications.
Population: 41 (2021)
District: Vale of White Horse
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Area Information
- Admin district: Vale of White Horse
- Parliamentary constituency: Didcot and Wantage
- LSOA: Vale of White Horse 016G
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Lyford.
- 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 Lyford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
47 planning applications found near Lyford.
- - Lyford Grange Lyford Wantage OX12 0EQ
Discharge of condition 9 (HHMP) and General BNG condition on application ref. P24/V1393/FUL Full planning application for replacement building for light industrial use (replacing buildings benefitting
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-04-08
View full details - - Lyford Grange Lyford Wantage OX12 0EQ
Full planning application for replacement building for light industrial use (replacing buildings benefitting from Class R Approval P23/V2722/N4C for up to 500 square metres of commercial floorspace fo
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-06-24
View full details - - Lyford House 1 The Green Lyford Wantage OX12 0EG
Variation of condition 5 (Bat Mitigation) on application ref. P21/V0049/LB External and internal alterations and repairs to Listed Building, as part of ongoing maintenance. Replacement of existing win
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-01-05
View full details - - Lyford Grange Lyford Wantage OX12 0EQ
Discharge of conditions 3(Surface Water Drainage) & 4(Contamination Risk Assessment on application P22/V1021/N4C. (Notification to change the use of agricultural buildings to holiday accommodation).
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-04-05
View full details - - Tudor Cottage Lyford Wantage OX12 0EF
Discharge of condition 4 (submission of sample materials and details) and 5 (gate and pier details) on planning application P21/V0154/HH and condition 3 (submission of sample materials and details) of
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2021-09-22
View full details - - 3 The Green, Lyford, Wantage, Oxfordshire, OX12 0EG
Two storey rear extension & oil tank relocation.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2021-03-08
View full details - - Tudor Cottage, Road Running Through Lyford, Lyford, Wantage, OX12 0EF
Proposed alterations to Tudor Cottage , the erection of a replacement timber-framed outbuilding , pergola and entrance gates, proposed external alterations to the existing annexe and replacement of ex
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2021-01-18
View full details - - Tudor Cottage, Lyford, Wantage, OX12 0EF
Proposed alterations to Tudor Cottage , the erection of a replacement timber-framed outbuilding , pergola and entrance gates, proposed external alterations to the existing annexe and replacement of ex
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2021-01-18
View full details - - Lyford House Lyford Wantage OX12 0EG
External and internal alterations and repairs to Listed Building, as part of ongoing maintenance. Replacement of existing windows and doors. Proposed new windows (additional heritage and ecological in
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2021-01-04
View full details - - Pond House Road Running Through Lyford Lyford Wantage OX12 0EF
Replacement garage (including demolition of existing modern garage) and garden outbuilding. (Landscaping scheme received 3 November 2020) (Supporting ecological information received 18 November 2020)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2020-07-21
View full details - - Lyford House 1 The Green Lyford Wantage OX12 0EG
Proposed new timber car port.(Bat Survey Report received 22 January 2020).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2019-10-25
View full details - - Pond House Lyford Wantage OX12 0EF
Discharge of condition 4 - tree protection on application ref. P18/V1460/HH 1.5 storey barn as replacement for extant approved barn
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2019-01-08
View full details - - Pond House Lyford Wantage Oxfordshire OX12 0EF
1.5-storey Barn as replacement for extant approved Barn
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2018-06-11
View full details - - Lyford House 1 The Green Lyford Wantage OX12 0EG
The removal of the existing wooden gates and posts. Installation of new panelled wooden gates and posts
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2018-03-06
View full details - - Yates Cottage The Green Lyford WANTAGE OX12 0EF
Two storey extension and associated internal alterations to form new kitchen, dining & two additional bedrooms.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2017-03-16
View full details - - The Old Vicarage Lyford WANTAGE OX12 0EF
Replacement out building
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2016-10-05
View full details - - Rosemary Cottage Lyford WANTAGE OX12 0EF
Two storey rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2016-05-20
View full details - - Rosemary Cottage Road Running Through Lyford Lyford WANTAGE OX12 0EF
Change of use from Garden Outbuilding to Annexe
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2016-05-20
View full details - - Tudor Cottage Road Running Through Lyford Lyford OX12 0EF
Proposed porch canopy over side entrance to house.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2015-07-02
View full details - - The Thatched Cottage Lyford Wantage OX12 0EQ
Conversion of and extension to existing garage to form an annexe to accommodate elderly relative.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2013-10-02
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A brief summary of Lyford in Oxfordshire
Lyford is a quaint village and civil parish located on the River Ock, approximately 4 miles north of Wantage in Oxfordshire. Previously part of Berkshire, it became part of Oxfordshire following boundary changes in 1974. With a population of just 44 as recorded in the 2001 Census, Lyford is characterized by its historical references, including its name, which is derived from "Linford," indicating its past as a ford across the river. The village now features a bridge on the road to Charney Bassett, making it an interesting area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 41 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Vale of White Horse district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Lyford a particularly low-crime area.
Lyford has one conservation area within its boundaries: West Hanney. 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 Lyford 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, Lyford 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.
Planning Activity in Lyford
In the last 24 months, 1 planning applications were submitted near Lyford. The average decision time was 82 days.
The average decision period of 82 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.
The most common application types near Lyford were discharge of conditions (1).
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