How long do planning decisions take near Wallingford?

The average planning decision time near Wallingford is 42 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 Wallingford?

The planning approval rate near Wallingford is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Wallingford?

The most common type of planning application near Wallingford is full planning applications, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Wallingford?

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Wallingford, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Wallingford, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · Town

Planning applications in Wallingford are administered by South Oxfordshire District Council. View the full South Oxfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Wallingford

Wallingford is a vibrant market town and civil parish located on the banks of the River Thames in South Oxfordshire. Situated approximately 12 miles north of Reading and 13 miles south of Oxford, it has a population of around 11,600, as recorded in the 2011 census. Administratively part of Oxfordshire, Wallingford offers a unique blend of historical significance and modern amenities, making it a key area for planning applications.

Population: 8,351 (2021) · Area: 3.1 km²

District: South Oxfordshire

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

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £591,875 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Didcot and Wantage
LSOA: South Oxfordshire 012F

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Wallingford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Wallingford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

44 planning applications found near Wallingford.

- Kinecroft at rear of Masonic Centre Wallingford
Maple - cut back tree (see black line on photo)
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-07-07
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P26/S2266/A - 18 Market Place Wallingford OX10 0AD
Installation of illuminated signage to the front of the building
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-06-11
P26/S1501/HH - 6 Station Road Wallingford OX10 0HU
Replacement of existing outrigger roof to ground floor only, to enclose adjacent outdoor space. Internal reconfigurations and addition of a first floor stairwell window to rear elevation.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-29
P26/S1795/HH - 8 Wyndham Gardens Wallingford OX10 9AU
Garage conversion and construction of a new entrance porch
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-21
P26/S1793/HH - 29 St Nicholas Road Wallingford OX10 8HU
Single storey front and rear extensions and internal alterations
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-21
P26/S1376/HH - 56 Station Road Wallingford OX10 0JZ
Proposed demolition of existing conservatory and replacement ground floor rear extension. Proposed garage conversion.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-15
P26/S1705/HH - 21 St Georges Road Wallingford OX10 8HW
Single storey front porch extension.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-14
P26/S1249/HH - 8 Station Road Wallingford OX10 0HU
Install black glossy Hampton Vision 500 oval stove with 125mm twin wall Chimney to side of house.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-07
P26/S1389/LB - Wharf House Castle Lane Wallingford OX10 0BN
Installation of through floor lift.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-04-29
- 12 Barncroft Wallingford OX10 8HN
Erection of timber close-boarded fencing with trellis above (maximum height approx 1.5m) to front boundary.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-04-13
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P26/S1091/HH - 12 Barncroft Wallingford OX10 8HN
Erection of timber close-boarded fencing with trellis above (maximum height approx 1.5m) to front boundary.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-04-13
- Land west of Wallingford (Site B) Phase 2 Wallingford
Non-materials amendment to planning permission P23/S0748/RM-update and regularise a number of house type drawings and subsequent Site Wide and Phase Plans to conform with new Part O and Part L Buildin
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-20
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- 15A Wood Street Wallingford OX10 0AY
Discharge of condition(s) 4 (WSI - Archaeological Monitoring and Recording) on application ref. P25/S2711/HH. (Demolition of conservatory extension and erection of larger extension to accommodate show
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-12
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- 88 High Street Wallingford OX10 0BW
Internal reconfiguration of bathroom including removal of a short internal wall to allow a bath, erection of a stud partition, relocation of WC, blocking up of an internal doorway and relocating it to
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-10
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- 59 Station Road Wallingford OX10 0JZ
Proposed part single, part two storey rear extension, facade alterations, floor plan redesign and all associated works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-10
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- 8a Castle Street, Wallingford, Oxfordshire, OX10 8DL
T1 - Common Lime - Fell the existing tree which is located adjacent to the brick entrance pier where root growth and trunk pressure is causing displacement and structural movement to the pier, which i
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-10
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- Friends Meeting House 13 Castle Street Wallingford OX10 8DL
Demolition of timber outbuildings, erection of single storey rear extension and glazed link to Quaker Meeting House and alterations to existing cottage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-03
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- Friends Meeting House 13 Castle Street Wallingford OX10 8DL
Demolition of timber outbuildings, erection of single storey rear extension and glazed link to Quaker Meeting House and alterations to existing cottage.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-03
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- The Lamb Arcade High Street Wallingford OX10 0BX
Emergency repair to the outside wall of the building on the Castle Street side.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-26
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- 1 St Martins Street Wallingford OX10 0EF
Replacement rooftop plant and new service yard plant. Replacement automatic sliding customer entrance doors. (Amended by information received 13 March 2026.)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-20
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A brief summary of Wallingford in Oxfordshire

Wallingford covers an area of approximately 3.1 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Wallingford show an average sale price of £591,875, 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 Wallingford a particularly low-crime area.

Wallingford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Wallingford, Preston Crowmarsh. 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 Wallingford includes 2 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns, North Wessex Downs. 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, Wallingford planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.wallingfordtown.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 Wallingford

In the last 24 months, 55 planning applications were submitted near Wallingford. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

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

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Wallingford were full planning applications (21), listed building and heritage (9), outline applications (4). Full planning applications account for 38% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 3 large-scale (major) developments, 5 medium-scale applications, 37 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 41 applications
Refused: 0 applications
Withdrawn: 1 application
Awaiting decision: 13 applications

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