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Planning in West Hendred

Only 7 decisions near West Hendred in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About West Hendred

West Hendred is a charming village and civil parish located approximately 3 miles east of Wantage, now part of Oxfordshire following 1974 boundary changes. Spanning around 2,000 acres, the parish features a diverse landscape that includes chalk downland, greensand, and clay, making it an intriguing area for planning considerations. Key transport routes, such as the Great Western Main Line and the historic Icknield Way, enhance its accessibility, further influencing potential development opportunities within this linear parish. The settlement has a population of approximately 357 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Vale of White Horse district.

Property prices in West Hendred show an average sale price of £375,790, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the West Hendred 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 West Hendred a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around West Hendred has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, West Hendred 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.westhendredpc.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near West Hendred, 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, 9 planning applications were submitted near West Hendred.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), telecoms (2), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near West Hendred?
In the last 24 months, 9 planning applications were submitted near West Hendred.
What types of planning applications are most common near West Hendred?
The most common type of planning application near West Hendred is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near West Hendred?
You can search and track planning applications near West Hendred on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.