South Leigh, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near South Leigh, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · settlement
About South Leigh
South Leigh is a quaint village located in the civil parish of South Leigh and High Cogges within the West Oxfordshire district of Oxfordshire, England. Nestled along Limb Brook, a tributary of the River Thames, it lies approximately 2.5 miles east of Witney. As of the 2011 Census, the village had a population of 336. Notably, on January 1, 2024, the parish was officially renamed to South Leigh and High Cogges, which may impact future planning applications in the area.
Population: 336
District: South Leigh and High Cogges
Website: http://www.southleigh.info/
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Area Information
- Admin district: West Oxfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Witney
- LSOA: West Oxfordshire 007A
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-02.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near South Leigh.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near South Leigh.
- 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 South Leigh based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
4 planning applications found near South Leigh.
- - 78 Station Road South Leigh Witney Oxfordshire OX29 6XN
Double Garage with Loft Room above, Solar Panels and Car Charging point.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-01-08
View full details - - Gunn Cottage Station Road South Leigh Witney Oxfordshire OX29 6XJ
Installation of oil tank, air-source heat pump and construction of greenhouse (retrospective). Erection of a store and replacement pool fencing.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-10-23
View full details - - 78 Station Road South Leigh Witney Oxfordshire OX29 6XN
Erection of two storey side and rear extension, single storey rear extension and internal works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-09-23
View full details - - Stow Cottage 69 Station Road South Leigh Witney Oxfordshire OX29 6XN
Erection of orangery and replacement porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-01-24
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A brief summary of South Leigh in Oxfordshire
South Leigh is a quaint village located in the civil parish of South Leigh and High Cogges within the West Oxfordshire district of Oxfordshire, England. Nestled along Limb Brook, a tributary of the River Thames, it lies approximately 2.5 miles east of Witney. As of the 2011 Census, the village had a population of 336. Notably, on January 1, 2024, the parish was officially renamed to South Leigh and High Cogges, which may impact future planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 336. It sits within the South Leigh and High Cogges district.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes South Leigh a particularly low-crime area.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around South Leigh includes 5 Ancient Woodland sites. 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, South Leigh planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.southleigh.info/. 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 South Leigh
In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near South Leigh. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near South Leigh may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near South Leigh were full planning applications (3). Full planning applications account for 100% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.