Maidensgrove, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Maidensgrove, Oxfordshire.
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About Maidensgrove
Maidensgrove is a scenic hamlet located in the Chiltern Hills, approximately 5 miles northwest of Henley-on-Thames in South Oxfordshire. Nestled above the Stonor Valley, it features the historic 16th-century pub, The Five Horseshoes, in nearby Upper Maidensgrove. The area is well-connected by the Chiltern Way and Oxfordshire Way long-distance paths, and the Warburg Nature Reserve lies just to the south, making it an attractive spot for both residents and visitors exploring planning opportunities.
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £685,122 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Oxfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Henley and Thame
- LSOA: South Oxfordshire 019A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Maidensgrove.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Maidensgrove.
- 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 Maidensgrove based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Maidensgrove.
- - Maidensgrove Farm House Maidensgrove RG9 6HA
Full planning application for the Conversion of former stable building to dwelling; replacement of a barn with new domestic garage building; and all associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - Five Horseshoes Maidensgrove RG9 6EX
Demolition of the existing conservatories and the erection of two single storey extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-07-14
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A brief summary of Maidensgrove in Oxfordshire
Maidensgrove is a scenic hamlet located in the Chiltern Hills, approximately 5 miles northwest of Henley-on-Thames in South Oxfordshire. Nestled above the Stonor Valley, it features the historic 16th-century pub, The Five Horseshoes, in nearby Upper Maidensgrove. The area is well-connected by the Chiltern Way and Oxfordshire Way long-distance paths, and the Warburg Nature Reserve lies just to the south, making it an attractive spot for both residents and visitors exploring planning opportunities.
Property prices in Maidensgrove show an average sale price of £685,122, 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 Maidensgrove a particularly low-crime area.
Maidensgrove has one conservation area within its boundaries: Stonor. 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 Maidensgrove includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Bix Bottom SSSI, Pishill Woods SSSI; 13 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns. 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, Maidensgrove 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 Maidensgrove
In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Maidensgrove. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 56 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Maidensgrove may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 56 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Maidensgrove were full planning applications (2). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Pishill planning applications
- Stonor planning applications
- Pishill Bank planning applications
- Bix planning applications
- Russell's Water planning applications
- Greenfield planning applications
- Middle Assendon planning applications
- Fawley Bottom planning applications
Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.