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Planning in Rotherfield Peppard

Approved
96%
22 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

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

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About Rotherfield Peppard

Rotherfield Peppard is a picturesque village and civil parish nestled in the Chiltern Hills of South Oxfordshire, located just 3 miles west of Henley-on-Thames. Home to approximately 1,649 residents as of the 2011 Census, the area features notable attractions such as Peppard Hill and public spaces like Peppard Common, a scenic woodland and meadow. With a mix of residential and recreational spaces, including a golf course and Kingwood Common, Rotherfield Peppard is an appealing location for potential planning applications in a serene, rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,730 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Rotherfield Peppard 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.

Property prices in Rotherfield Peppard show an average sale price of £695,208, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Rotherfield Peppard 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 Rotherfield Peppard a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Rotherfield Peppard has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Rotherfield Peppard 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.rppc.org.uk.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Rotherfield Peppard, 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, 32 planning applications were submitted near Rotherfield Peppard. Of these, 96% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), discharge of conditions (4), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Rotherfield Peppard?
In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Rotherfield Peppard. The approval rate is 96%.
How long do planning decisions take near Rotherfield Peppard?
The average planning decision time near Rotherfield Peppard 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 Rotherfield Peppard?
The planning approval rate near Rotherfield Peppard is 96%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Rotherfield Peppard?
The most common type of planning application near Rotherfield Peppard is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Rotherfield Peppard?
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