How long do planning decisions take near Rotherfield Greys?

The average planning decision time near Rotherfield Greys is 67 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 Rotherfield Greys?

The planning approval rate near Rotherfield Greys is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Rotherfield Greys?

The most common type of planning application near Rotherfield Greys is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Rotherfield Greys?

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Rotherfield Greys, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Rotherfield Greys, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Rotherfield Greys are administered by South Oxfordshire District Council. View the full South Oxfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Rotherfield Greys

Rotherfield Greys is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Chiltern Hills of South Oxfordshire, just 2 miles west of Henley-on-Thames and over 1 mile east of Rotherfield Peppard. The village is easily accessible via a direct minor road connecting it to Henley, making it an attractive area for potential planning applications and developments.

Population: 360 (2021) · Area: 7.7 km²

District: South Oxfordshire

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Area Information

Admin district: Wokingham
Parliamentary constituency: Wokingham
LSOA: Wokingham 001E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Rotherfield Greys.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Rotherfield Greys.

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 Rotherfield Greys based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

3 planning applications found near Rotherfield Greys.

- Copse House, Greys Green, RG9 4QQ
G1 Laurel: - Remove T1 Lawson Cypress: - Remove T2 + T2a Lawson Cypress x2: - Remove significant sized deadwood (this will remove dead & moribund material that has a diameter larger than 45mm & 1 mete
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-01-05
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- 1 Arrowfield Cottages Rotherfield Greys RG9 4QB
Two storey extension and external alterations to existing openings. (Amended plans received 28th March 2025, amending elements of the design and roof form, with a reduction in width and depth)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-12-23
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- 1 South View Rotherfield Greys RG9 4QD
Non material amendment to application P23/S2161/HH (Ground-floor single-storey extension and change of roof materials to Front Oak Porch. Amendment to planning permission P23/S1079/HH) - to add a 'gab
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-01-05
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A brief summary of Rotherfield Greys in Oxfordshire

Rotherfield Greys covers an area of approximately 7.7 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Rotherfield Greys a particularly low-crime area.

Rotherfield Greys has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Shepherd's Green, Greys Green. 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 Rotherfield Greys includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Lambridge Wood SSSI; 16 Ancient Woodland sites; 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.

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Planning Activity in Rotherfield Greys

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Rotherfield Greys. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 67 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Rotherfield Greys may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 67 days on average, decisions near Rotherfield Greys slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Rotherfield Greys were full planning applications (3), tree works (1), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 4 smaller schemes were submitted.

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