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Planning in South Moreton

Approved
86%
25 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About South Moreton

South Moreton is a charming village and civil parish located in South Oxfordshire, approximately 3 miles east of Didcot and 4 miles west of Wallingford. Separated from its twin village, North Moreton, by the Great Western Railway cutting, South Moreton has historical roots dating back to the Domesday Book. The area, which was part of Berkshire until 1974, had a population of 420 as recorded in the 2011 census, making it a quaint locale for planning applications amidst its scenic surroundings. The settlement has a population of approximately 326 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

South Moreton covers an area of approximately 5.5 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 South Moreton show an average sale price of £358,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around South Moreton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, South Moreton 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.southmoreton.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near South Moreton, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near South Moreton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), tree works (6), discharge of conditions (5).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near South Moreton?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near South Moreton. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near South Moreton?
The average planning decision time near South Moreton is 62 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 South Moreton?
The planning approval rate near South Moreton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near South Moreton?
The most common type of planning application near South Moreton is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near South Moreton?
You can search and track planning applications near South Moreton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.