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Planning in Risinghurst

Approved
86%
77 of 89 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Risinghurst in the last 24 months, from Oxford City Council's planning register.

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About Risinghurst

Risinghurst is a suburb located 3 miles east of Oxford city centre, just beyond the Oxford Ring Road. Developed during the interwar period, it was designed to address the housing shortage for working-class individuals migrating to urban areas, particularly to support the burgeoning motor industry in Oxford. Its proximity to Headington, Barton, and Wood Farm makes it a notable area for planning applications related to residential and community developments.

Property prices in Risinghurst show an average sale price of £532,965, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Risinghurst 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 Risinghurst a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Risinghurst has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Risinghurst 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 Risinghurst, 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, 205 planning applications were submitted near Risinghurst. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (33), outline applications (15), full planning applications (6).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Risinghurst?
In the last 24 months, 205 planning applications were submitted near Risinghurst. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Risinghurst?
The average planning decision time near Risinghurst 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 Risinghurst?
The planning approval rate near Risinghurst is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Risinghurst?
The most common type of planning application near Risinghurst is tree works applications, with 33 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Risinghurst?
You can search and track planning applications near Risinghurst on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.