How long do planning decisions take near Swinbrook?

The average planning decision time near Swinbrook is 89 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 Swinbrook?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Swinbrook?

The most common type of planning application near Swinbrook is tree works applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Swinbrook?

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Swinbrook, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Swinbrook, Oxfordshire.

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About Swinbrook

Swinbrook is a quaint village located in the civil parish of Swinbrook and Widford within West Oxfordshire, England. Situated alongside the River Windrush, it lies approximately 2 miles east of Burford, with the hamlet of Widford just half a mile to the west. As of the 2011 Census, the combined population of Swinbrook and Widford was recorded at 139, making it a small yet vibrant community ideal for those considering planning applications in a picturesque rural setting.

Population: 135

District: Swinbrook and Widford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £369,847 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Witney
LSOA: West Oxfordshire 012C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Swinbrook.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Swinbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

8 planning applications found near Swinbrook.

- Street Record Swin Lane Swinbrook Oxfordshire
G2 - Lime x3 - Remove epicormic growth, crown raise to 2.5 metres to clear grass for maintenance. T1 - Lime - Remove low dying branch over entrance and parking
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-01-28
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- Village Hall Swinbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4DY
T1 - Common Horse chestnut - Remove epicormic growth. Crown raise to 5.5 metres to clear roof, entrance and footpath.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-01-27
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- The Old Farm Swinbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4DY
T1 - 1No. young Norway maple within interior of site - fell to ground level T2 - 1No. young silver birch within interior of site - fell to ground level T3 - 1No. SM Ash - poor - fell to ground level T
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-24
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- Swinbrook Manor Farm Swinbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4DY
Internal and external repairs and alterations to the Manor Farmhouse to include construction of a dormer window, external works to include replacement of all rainwater goods, reinstatement of a chimne
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-10-16
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- Swinbrook Manor Farm Swinbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4DY
Alterations, Repairs and Refurbishment to the Manor Farmhouse to include replacement of all rainwater goods, construction of a dormer window and reinstatement of a chimney stack along with removal of
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-10-16
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- Swinbrook Manor Farm Swinbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4DY
Internal and external alterations to The Cottage and attached outbuildings. Including replacement external joinery, removal of chimney stack, replacement fenestration, infill the swimming pool, replac
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-08-19
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- Swinbrook Manor Farm Swinbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4DY
Internal and external alterations to The Cottage and attached outbuildings. Including replacement external joinery, removal of chimney stack, replacement fenestration, infill the swimming pool, replac
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-08-19
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- The Old Farm Swinbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4DY
T1 to T3 Ash - fell to ground level T4 - young common lime (approx 300mm dbh) growing out of base of circa 3m high stone wall T5 - young Swedish whitebeam (approx 150mm dbh) G1 - 6No young silver birc
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-06-24
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A brief summary of Swinbrook in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Swinbrook show an average sale price of £369,847, 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 Swinbrook a particularly low-crime area.

Swinbrook has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Asthall, Swinbrook. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Swinbrook includes 18 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Swinbrook

In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Swinbrook. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 days.

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

The average decision period of 89 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 13 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Swinbrook were tree works (4), full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

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