How long do planning decisions take near Upton (OX18)?

The average planning decision time near Upton (OX18) is 48 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 Upton (OX18)?

The planning approval rate near Upton (OX18) is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Upton (OX18)?

The most common type of planning application near Upton (OX18) is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Upton (OX18)?

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Upton (OX18), Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Upton (OX18), Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Upton (OX18) are administered by Vale Of White Horse District Council. View the full Vale Of White Horse District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

Population: 426 (2021)

District: Vale of White Horse

Website: http://www.uptonvillage.co.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £454,930 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Witney
LSOA: West Oxfordshire 013E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Upton (OX18).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Upton (OX18).

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 Upton (OX18) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Upton (OX18).

26/01534/HHD · Validated: Tue 30 Jun 2026 - The Sheiling 7 Tanners Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4NA
Erection of a front extension to provide additional living accommodation, including the enlargement of an existing first floor bedroom within the roof space above, together with the construction of a
Status: Undecided | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-06-30
- The Sheiling 7 Tanners Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4NA
Erection of a front extension to provide additional living accommodation, including the enlargement of an existing first floor bedroom within the roof space above, together with the construction of a
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-06-30
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26/01186/TCA - Priory Of Our Lady 30 Priory Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4SQ
T1 - Beech - Fell to leave 1 metre stump due to central decay pocket and increased lean.
Status: Undecided | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-14
- Tanners Close 51 - 53 Sheep Street Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4LS
T1 - Cherry - Reduce by up to 2 metres. G1 - X3 yew - Crown raise to 3.5 metres. G2 - Cherry x2 - Reduce by up to 2 metres. T3 - Apple - Prune top water shoots back to around old points. Remove deadwo
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-19
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- Bracken Hill 25 Tanners Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4NA
Discharge of condition 4 (details of fences/boundary treatments) of Planning Permission 24/00865/HHD
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-06-13
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- Ravenshaw 21 Tanners Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4NA
Erection of pitched roof over garden patio
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-03-17
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A brief summary of Upton (OX18) in Oxfordshire

Upton (OX18) is a settlement located in Oxfordshire, England. The settlement has a population of approximately 426 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Vale of White Horse district.

Property prices in Upton (OX18) show an average sale price of £454,930, 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 Upton (OX18) a particularly low-crime area.

Upton (OX18) has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Taynton, Burford. 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 Upton (OX18) includes 2 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.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Upton (OX18) planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.uptonvillage.co.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 Upton (OX18)

In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Upton (OX18). Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 48 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Upton (OX18).

The average decision time of 48 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Upton (OX18) were full planning applications (9), tree works (9), listed building and heritage (5). Full planning applications account for 28% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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