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Planning in Sutton Courtenay

Approved
90%
35 of 36 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Sutton Courtenay in the last 24 months, from Vale of White Horse District Council's planning register.

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About Sutton Courtenay

Sutton Courtenay is a vibrant village and civil parish located in the Vale of White Horse district of Oxfordshire, England. Nestled on the south bank of the River Thames, it lies just 2 miles south of Abingdon-on-Thames and 3 miles northwest of Didcot. As of the 2021 census, the population has grown to 3,055, reflecting its appeal as a residential area and potential site for future planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,055 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Vale of White Horse district.

Property prices in Sutton Courtenay show an average sale price of £406,195, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sutton Courtenay 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 Sutton Courtenay a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sutton Courtenay 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.suttoncourtenay.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sutton Courtenay, 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, 60 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Courtenay. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (13), amendments (9), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sutton Courtenay?
In the last 24 months, 60 planning applications were submitted near Sutton Courtenay. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sutton Courtenay?
The average planning decision time near Sutton Courtenay is 68 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 Sutton Courtenay?
The planning approval rate near Sutton Courtenay is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sutton Courtenay?
The most common type of planning application near Sutton Courtenay is full planning applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sutton Courtenay?
You can search and track planning applications near Sutton Courtenay on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.