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Planning in Stanton Harcourt

Approved
95%
19 of 19 decided
Decision time
about 5 weeks
on average

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

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About Stanton Harcourt

Stanton Harcourt is a quaint village and civil parish located in Oxfordshire, approximately 4 miles southeast of Witney and 6 miles west of Oxford. The parish also encompasses the nearby hamlet of Sutton, situated 0.5 miles north of the village. As of the 2011 Census, Stanton Harcourt had a population of 960, making it a small but vibrant community, which could be of interest to those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,134 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.

Property prices in Stanton Harcourt show an average sale price of £408,117, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Stanton Harcourt 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 Stanton Harcourt a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Stanton Harcourt has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Stanton Harcourt 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.wospweb.com/site/Stanton-Harcourt-Parish-Council/index.htm.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Stanton Harcourt, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Stanton Harcourt. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 32 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), amendments (4), listed building and heritage (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Stanton Harcourt?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Stanton Harcourt. The approval rate is 95%.
How long do planning decisions take near Stanton Harcourt?
The average planning decision time near Stanton Harcourt is 32 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 Stanton Harcourt?
The planning approval rate near Stanton Harcourt is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Stanton Harcourt?
The most common type of planning application near Stanton Harcourt is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Stanton Harcourt?
You can search and track planning applications near Stanton Harcourt on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.