How long do planning decisions take near Moulsford?

The average planning decision time near Moulsford is 56 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 Moulsford?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Moulsford?

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

How can I track planning applications near Moulsford?

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Moulsford, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Moulsford, Oxfordshire.

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Planning applications in Moulsford are administered by South Oxfordshire District Council. View the full South Oxfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Moulsford

Moulsford is a picturesque village and civil parish located in South Oxfordshire, previously part of Berkshire until boundary changes in 1974. Positioned along the A329 by the River Thames, it lies just north of Streatley and south of Wallingford, with the scenic Berkshire Downs to the west, including notable sites like Moulsford Downs. The area is steeped in history, with connections to King Alfred and the historic Battle of Ashdown, making it a unique location for potential planning applications.

Population: 585 (2021) · Area: 7.2 km²

District: South Oxfordshire

Website: http://www.moulsfordweb.co.uk/

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £503,223 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Henley and Thame
LSOA: South Oxfordshire 011E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Moulsford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Moulsford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

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A brief summary of Moulsford in Oxfordshire

Moulsford covers an area of approximately 7.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Moulsford show an average sale price of £503,223, 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 Moulsford a particularly low-crime area.

Moulsford has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. 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 Moulsford includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Moulsford Downs SSSI; 2 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns, North Wessex Downs. 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, Moulsford planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.moulsfordweb.co.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 Moulsford

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Moulsford. 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 Moulsford 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 Moulsford were full planning applications (5), listed building and heritage (1). Full planning applications account for 83% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

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