How long do planning decisions take near New Cross?

The average planning decision time near New Cross is 45 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 New Cross?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near New Cross?

The most common type of planning application near New Cross is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near New Cross?

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New Cross, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near New Cross, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

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

About New Cross

New Cross, located in the London Borough of Lewisham, is a vibrant area 4.5 miles south-east of Charing Cross. It borders St Johns, Telegraph Hill, and Peckham, making it a well-connected location. The area is notable for its educational institutions, including Goldsmiths, University of London, and several secondary schools, which contribute to its dynamic community and ongoing development opportunities.

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £695,208 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Henley and Thame
LSOA: South Oxfordshire 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 New Cross based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near New Cross.

- Shiplake Memorial Hall Memorial Avenue Shiplake Cross RG9 4DW
Two single storey side extensions.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-17
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- Shiplake College, Reading Road, Shiplake, RG9 4BW
Repairs to the stable yard balcony.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-13
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- 33 Plowden Way Shiplake Cross RG9 4DG
Variation of condition 2 (approved plans) on planning application P24/S0076/HH (Two storey side extension, single storey rear extension and front porch) - to change door entrance to utility room while
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-05
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- Moorings Schoolfields Shiplake Cross RG9 4DH
Side dormer (Resubmission of planning permission P20/S1952/HH).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-01-21
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- Shiplake College Reading Road Shiplake RG9 4BW
Discharge of Condition(s) 4 (Biodiversity Enhancements) and 5 (External Lighting Scheme) on planning application reference P23/S3432/FUL. (Erection of two storey extension to existing school building
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-22
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- Land to the north of The Warren Reading Road Shiplake Cross RG9 4BX
Resurfacing and upgrading of an existing access track.
Status: Permitted | Type: Other | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-06-24
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- Land to the north of The Warren Reading Road Shiplake Cross RG9 4BX
Replacement of gates and widening of entrance to existing field access on southern side of Reading Road (A4155), provision of dropped kerb, realignment of boundary hedgerow and creation of a surfaced
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-06-16
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A brief summary of New Cross in Oxfordshire

Property prices in New Cross show an average sale price of £695,208, 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 New Cross a particularly low-crime area.

New Cross 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 New Cross includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Harpsden Wood SSSI; 12 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.

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Planning Activity in New Cross

In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near New Cross. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near New Cross may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near New Cross were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), amendments (2). Full planning applications account for 27% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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