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Planning in Oxenhall

Approved
97%
38 of 39 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Oxenhall

Oxenhall is a quaint village and civil parish located 10 miles northwest of Gloucester, within the Forest of Dean district of Gloucestershire. With a population of 243 as of the 2011 census, Oxenhall borders several other parishes, including Dymock, Gorsley, and Newent. The parish is governed by a parish meeting, making it an important focal point for community planning and development initiatives in the area.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Oxenhall area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (February 2026). This makes Oxenhall a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Oxenhall, 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, 45 planning applications were submitted near Oxenhall. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), tree works (7), listed building and heritage (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Oxenhall?
In the last 24 months, 45 planning applications were submitted near Oxenhall. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Oxenhall?
The average planning decision time near Oxenhall is 53 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 Oxenhall?
The planning approval rate near Oxenhall is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Oxenhall?
The most common type of planning application near Oxenhall is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Oxenhall?
You can search and track planning applications near Oxenhall on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.