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Planning in Preston Crowmarsh

Approved
93%
14 of 15 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Preston Crowmarsh in the last 24 months, from South Oxfordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Preston Crowmarsh

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About Preston Crowmarsh

Preston Crowmarsh is a picturesque hamlet located within the Benson civil parish in South Oxfordshire, just a mile north of Wallingford and situated along the River Thames. It features pedestrian access across the river at Benson Lock, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications related to residential and recreational developments. It sits within the Benson district.

Property prices in Preston Crowmarsh show an average sale price of £591,875, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Preston Crowmarsh 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 (May 2026). This makes Preston Crowmarsh a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Preston Crowmarsh has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Preston Crowmarsh 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.parish-council.com/Benson/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Preston Crowmarsh, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Preston Crowmarsh. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

The most common types were listed building and heritage (4), full planning applications (3), outline applications (2). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Preston Crowmarsh?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Preston Crowmarsh. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Preston Crowmarsh?
The average planning decision time near Preston Crowmarsh is 55 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 Preston Crowmarsh?
The planning approval rate near Preston Crowmarsh is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Preston Crowmarsh?
The most common type of planning application near Preston Crowmarsh is listed building consent applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Preston Crowmarsh?
You can search and track planning applications near Preston Crowmarsh on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.