How long do planning decisions take near Waterstock?

The average planning decision time near Waterstock is 37 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 Waterstock?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Waterstock?

The most common type of planning application near Waterstock is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Waterstock, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Waterstock, Oxfordshire.

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About Waterstock

Waterstock is a charming village and civil parish located approximately 4.5 miles west of Thame in Oxfordshire, nestled along the picturesque River Thame. Bordered by the river to the north and west, and the A418 to the south, this quaint community features around 50 houses and a farm along a single main street, surrounded by expansive agricultural land. The village's unique position along the river also marks the boundary with Buckinghamshire, making it an area of interest for planning applications related to rural development and conservation.

Population: 81 (2021)

District: South Oxfordshire

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £507,860 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Cherwell
Parliamentary constituency: Bicester and Woodstock
LSOA: Cherwell 016E

Crime Statistics

8 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

criminal-damage-arson: 2
vehicle-crime: 2
other-theft: 1
shoplifting: 1
violent-crime: 1
other-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Waterstock.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Waterstock based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Waterstock.

- Kimmeridge Waterstock OX33 1JT
Demolition of existing conservatory and erection of single-storey orangery-style kitchen extension with brick walls and glazed roof. Replacement windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-26
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- Camilla Cottage Waterstock Oxon OX33 1JT
Increase height of both chimneys by adding new layers of bricks to over 1.8 metres from approximately 1.6 metres as per listed building consent P23/S3058/LB.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-07-31
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- By The Pond Waterstock OX33 1JU
Discharge of condition 10 (Surface Water Drainage) and 11 (Land Drainage Consent) on application P23/S3097/HH (Internal and external alterations to existing dwelling, formation of new access and drive
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-04-24
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- Land east of Junction 8a, M40 Waterstock OX33 1HT
The demolition and clearance of existing buildings and structures to allow for the construction of up to 120,000sqm of Use Class E employment floorspace comprising Research and Development units, Ligh
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-07-12
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A brief summary of Waterstock in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Waterstock show an average sale price of £507,860, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were 8 crimes reported in the Waterstock area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Waterstock has one conservation area within its boundaries: Waterstock. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Waterstock includes 1 Ancient Woodland site. 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 Waterstock

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Waterstock. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 37 days.

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

The average decision time of 37 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Waterstock were full planning applications (3), outline applications (2), discharge of conditions (1). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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