Pyrton, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Pyrton, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · settlement
About Pyrton
Pyrton is a quaint village and civil parish in Oxfordshire, situated approximately 1 mile north of Watlington and 5 miles south of Thame. With a population of 227 as recorded in the 2011 Census, Pyrton's name derives from Old English, meaning "pear-tree farm." This picturesque location may present various planning opportunities for potential developments and community projects.
Population: 199 (2021) · Area: 13.3 km²
District: South Oxfordshire
Website: http://democratic.southoxon.gov.uk/mgParishCouncilDetails.aspx?ID=263
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £540,537 (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 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Pyrton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Pyrton.
- 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 Pyrton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
6 planning applications found near Pyrton.
- - The Vicarage Pyrton OX49 5AN
Discharge of conditions 4 (Written Scheme of Investigation) and 5 (Archaeological Archive Report) on application P25/S2856/HH (Proposed garden machinery store and workshop.)
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - The Vicarage Pyrton OX49 5AN
Discharge of conditions 4 (Written Scheme of Investigation) and 5 (Archaeological Monitoring Report) on planning application P25/S2847/HH. (Proposed outdoor swimming pool and plant room).
Status: Conditions | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-10
View full details - - The Vicarage Pyrton Watlington OX49 5AN
The Conversion of The Stable and Coach House into living accommodation with glazed link. (revised plan and supporting heritage statement received 11th February 2026)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - The Vicarage Pyrton Watlington OX49 5AN
The Conversion of The Stable and Coach House into living accommodation with glazed link. (revised plan and supporting heritage statement received 11th February 2026)
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-03
View full details - - Plot 1 Knightsbridge Lane Pyrton Oxfordshire OX49 5AN
Non material amendment on application P24/S3761/FUL (Amended design for new self and custom build dwelling to that previously approved for plot 1 under application P21/S0260/FUL, including detached do
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-05-24
View full details - - The Vicarage Pyrton OX49 5AN
Like for like replacement of timber panelled front door.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-12-01
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A brief summary of Pyrton in Oxfordshire
Pyrton is a quaint village and civil parish in Oxfordshire, situated approximately 1 mile north of Watlington and 5 miles south of Thame. With a population of 227 as recorded in the 2011 Census, Pyrton's name derives from Old English, meaning "pear-tree farm." This picturesque location may present various planning opportunities for potential developments and community projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 199 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.
Pyrton covers an area of approximately 13.3 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 Pyrton show an average sale price of £540,537, 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 Pyrton a particularly low-crime area.
Pyrton has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Shirburn, Pyrton, Watlington. 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 Pyrton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Knightsbridge Lane SSSI; 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.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Pyrton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://democratic.southoxon.gov.uk/mgParishCouncilDetails.aspx?ID=263. 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 Pyrton
In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Pyrton. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 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 Pyrton.
At 59 days on average, decisions near Pyrton slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Pyrton were discharge of conditions (4), full planning applications (3), amendments (3).
In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 medium-scale applications, 8 smaller schemes were submitted.
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