How long do planning decisions take near Sunningwell?

The average planning decision time near Sunningwell is 59 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 Sunningwell?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Sunningwell?

The most common type of planning application near Sunningwell is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Sunningwell?

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Sunningwell, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Sunningwell, Oxfordshire.

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About Sunningwell

Sunningwell is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 3.5 miles south of Oxford, England. It encompasses the village of Bayworth and the eastern area of Boars Hill. Previously part of Berkshire, Sunningwell became part of Oxfordshire following boundary changes in 1974, with a recorded population of 904 in the 2011 Census, making it an area of interest for planning applications and local development.

Population: 910 (2021)

District: Vale of White Horse

Website: http://www.sunningwellparishcouncil.gov.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £404,175 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Vale of White Horse
Parliamentary constituency: Didcot and Wantage
LSOA: Vale of White Horse 010B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Sunningwell.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Sunningwell based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Sunningwell.

- Church Farm, Hunters Lodge Dark Lane Sunningwell Abingdon OX13 6RE
Private stable and tack room - retrospective.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-04-21
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P26/V1197/FUL - Church Farm, Hunters Lodge Dark Lane Sunningwell Abingdon OX13 6RE
Private stable and tack room - retrospective.
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-04-21
P26/V0654/FUL - St Leonard's Church, Sunningwell, Abingdon, OX13 6RQ
Taking up existing paving stone pathway for its full length and replacing with new resin bound stone pathway in the same location. Installation of an armoured cable to supply power to tree lights at m
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-04-09
- Winterslow House Lincombe Lane Boars Hill Oxford OX1 5DZ
Discharge of conditions 5 (Surface water drainage), 6 (Foul water drainage), 7 (Landscaping scheme), 8 (Biodiversity enhancements) and 9 (Materials) on application ref P25/V2110/FUL (Replacement self-
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-05
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- Winterslow House Lincombe Lane Boars Hill Oxford OX1 5DZ
Discharge of conditions 3(Tree Protection) & 4(Ecology) on application ref. P25/V2110/FUL Replacement self-build dwelling following the demolition of the existing house and garage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-19
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P25/V2721/LB - The Old Manor, Sunningwell, Abingdon, OX13 6RB
Replacement glass roof with associated supporting structure. New oak frame and frameless glass canopy to back door.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-12-12
P25/V2720/HH - The Old Manor, Sunningwell, Abingdon, OX13 6RB
Replacement glass roof with associated supporting structure. New oak frame and frameless glass canopy to back door.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-12-12
- 1 Beaulieu Court Sunningwell Abingdon OX13 6RQ
Single storey rear extension.(revised Application form and certificate B received 11 January 2024).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-12-13
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- The Coach House, The Old Rectory 52 Sunningwell Abingdon Oxon OX13 6RB
Conversion of a 4 bed detached dwelling into four 2 bed flats/maisonettes (as amended by amended plans and additional information received 21 June 2023).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-03-31
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- Land West Of Sunningwell Road Sunningwell Abingdon Oxfordshire OX13 6RL
Extension of existing stable block.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-01-25
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A brief summary of Sunningwell in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Sunningwell show an average sale price of £404,175, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

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

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Sunningwell includes 12 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, Sunningwell planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.sunningwellparishcouncil.gov.uk/. 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 Sunningwell

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Sunningwell. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 59 days.

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

At 59 days on average, decisions near Sunningwell slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Sunningwell were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (2), other applications (1). Full planning applications account for 41% 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, 9 smaller schemes were submitted.

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