Nuneham Courtenay, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Nuneham Courtenay, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Nuneham Courtenay are administered by South Oxfordshire District Council. View the full South Oxfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Nuneham Courtenay
Nuneham Courtenay is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 5 miles (8 km) southeast of Oxford, nestled along the scenic east bank of the River Thames. Its prime location near the river and proximity to Oxford make it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities.
Population: 225 (2021) · Area: 8.6 km²
District: South Oxfordshire
Website: http://nunehampc.webs.com/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £532,965 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: South Oxfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Henley and Thame
- LSOA: South Oxfordshire 007B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Nuneham Courtenay.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Nuneham Courtenay.
- 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 Nuneham Courtenay based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
183 planning applications found near Nuneham Courtenay.
- - 30 Road Running Through Nuneham Courtenay, Nuneham Courtenay, Oxford, OX44 9NY
T1 - Reduction of Howthorn tree by up to 1.5M and shape crown. The proposed works are in a conservation area, and involve the following; T1 - Existing Howthown tree within the garden - The tree will n
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-30
View full details - - 30, Road running through Nuneham Courtenay, Nuneham Courtenay, OX44 9NY
T1 - Wiilow - Coppice tree at approximately 1-1.5m above ground level. T2 - Ash - Reduce low branch overhanging the adjacent field back a suitable secondary branch. - All pruning cuts must be made at
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-03
View full details - - 11, Nuneham Courtenay, OX44 9NX
Single storey ground floor rear extension and internal alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 12, Nuneham Courtenay, OX44 9NX
Single storey ground floor rear extension and internal alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 12, Nuneham Courtenay, OX44 9NX
Single storey ground floor rear extension and internal alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 11, Nuneham Courtenay, OX44 9NX
Single storey ground floor rear extension and internal alterations.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-17
View full details - - 30, Road running through Nuneham Courtenay, Nuneham Courtenay, OX44 9NY
T1 Oak - Remove back to the fence line. T2 Oak - Reduce overhang by 2.5-3m back to suitable growth points. T3 Ash - Reduce overhang by approximately 3m. (Specification amended by Joe Gall on the 12 Fe
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-10
View full details - - 30 Nuneham Courtenay OX44 9NY
Replacement of 7 single glazed metal framed windows with double glazed PVC windows. The replacement windows will match the existing windows in terms of design, layout, and colour.
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-01-21
View full details - - 5 Nuneham Courtenay OX44 9NX
The proposal includes the formation of a new dropped kerb to facilitate safe vehicular access. Within the front garden, a driveway surfaced in permeable gravel is proposed. (As amended by information
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-08
View full details - - 5 Nuneham Courtenay OX44 9NX
The proposal includes the formation of a new dropped kerb to facilitate safe vehicular access. Within the front garden, a driveway surfaced in permeable gravel is proposed. (As amended by information
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-08
View full details - - 5 Nuneham Courtenay Nuneham Courtenay OX44 9NX
Remove ground floor chimney breast, install new rear French doors and two rear windows, relocate the kitchen to the rear.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-10-08
View full details - - 10 Nuneham Courtenay Nuneham Courtenay OX44 9NX
Replacement of leaking brick flashing with lead flashing around the chimney.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-09-22
View full details - - 39 Nuneham Courtenay OX44 9NY
Internal demolition of dining room wall to hallway wall, demolition of hallway to kitchen wall, relocation of stairs.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-08-20
View full details - - 5 Nuneham Courtenay, Oxford, OX44 9NX
Remove an internal wall & ground floor chimney breast, install new rear French doors & X2 rear windows, driveway and drop kerb. (As amended by information received 13 June 2025.)
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-04-22
View full details - - 5 Nuneham Courtenay, Oxford, OX44 9NX
Remove an internal wall & ground floor chimney breast, install new rear French doors & X2 rear windows, driveway and drop kerb. (As amended by information received 13 June 2025.)
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-03-31
View full details - - 30 Nuneham Courtenay Nuneham Courtenay OX44 9NY
Proposed outbuilding to rear / side garden that serves as garage/ residential annexe for ancillary use / office.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-09-06
View full details - - Land adjoining Yew Tree Courtyard, Nuneham Courtenay, OX44 9NY
Erection of two detached eco-houses, on a disused car parking space with access off of the existing Yew Tree Courtyard development. The two dwellings will have detached garages, with home offices abov
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-08-10
View full details - - Highfield Park House, Baldon Lane, Marsh Baldon, OX44 9LT
Construction of detached garage/store/gym.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-06-20
View full details - - 25 Nuneham Courtenay Nuneham Courtenay OX44 9NY
Discharge of condition 3 (Materials) on planning applications P21/S4532/HH & P21/S4533/LB Partial demolition of existing lean to extension. Proposed part single storey/part two storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2022-09-01
View full details - - 16 Nuneham Courtenay Nuneham Courtenay OX44 9NX
Installation (and replacement where required) of breathable roof insulation in keeping with listed building requirements to improve the energy efficiency of the dwelling, including addition of conserv
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2022-07-06
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A brief summary of Nuneham Courtenay in Oxfordshire
Nuneham Courtenay is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 5 miles (8 km) southeast of Oxford, nestled along the scenic east bank of the River Thames. Its prime location near the river and proximity to Oxford make it a noteworthy area for planning applications and development opportunities. The settlement has a population of approximately 225 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.
Nuneham Courtenay covers an area of approximately 8.6 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 Nuneham Courtenay show an average sale price of £532,965, 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 Nuneham Courtenay a particularly low-crime area.
Nuneham Courtenay has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Nuneham Courtenay, Marsh Baldon, Toot Baldon. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Nuneham Courtenay includes 3 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, Nuneham Courtenay planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://nunehampc.webs.com/. 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 Nuneham Courtenay
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Nuneham Courtenay. Of these, 60% were approved, with an average decision time of 52 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Nuneham Courtenay.
The average decision time of 52 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Nuneham Courtenay were discharge of conditions (9), full planning applications (8), listed building and heritage (8).
In terms of development scale, 8 medium-scale applications, 22 smaller schemes were submitted.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 15 applications
- Refused: 9 applications
- Withdrawn: 1 application
- Awaiting decision: 5 applications
Nearby Towns
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