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Planning in Oakhill

Approved
92%
188 of 199 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Oakhill in the last 24 months, from Horsham District Council's planning register.

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Around Oakhill

Postcode districts

RH13 626 applications in the last 12 monthsRH12 561 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Horsham District Council

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About Oakhill

Oakhill is a quaint village in West Sussex, situated approximately 2.5 miles north of Shepton Mallet and nestled between the A37 and A367. Covering an area of 0.4 square miles, this primarily commuter village features essential amenities such as a Church of England primary school, a local surgery, and the Oakhill Inn pub. Historically known for its brewing activities, Oakhill presents a unique blend of rural charm and community facilities, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications.

Property prices in Oakhill show an average sale price of £427,475, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Oakhill has 15 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Oakhill 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Oakhill, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 264 planning applications were submitted near Oakhill. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 71 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (103), outline applications (48), tree works (39). 2 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 3 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Oakhill?
In the last 24 months, 264 planning applications were submitted near Oakhill. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Oakhill?
The average planning decision time near Oakhill is 71 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 Oakhill?
The planning approval rate near Oakhill is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Oakhill?
The most common type of planning application near Oakhill is full planning applications, with 103 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Oakhill?
You can search and track planning applications near Oakhill on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.