Whitchurch-on-Thames, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Whitchurch-on-Thames, Oxfordshire.

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

About Whitchurch-on-Thames

Whitchurch-on-Thames is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the South Oxfordshire district, along the banks of the River Thames, approximately 5.5 miles northwest of Reading. It is adjacent to Whitchurch Hill and faces the village of Pangbourne across the river. As of the 2001 census, Whitchurch-on-Thames had a population of 758, making it a quaint community with potential for planning applications in a scenic riverside setting.

Population: 841 (2021) · Area: 5.4 km²

District: South Oxfordshire

Website: http://www.whitchurchonthames.com/

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Area Information

• Admin district: West Berkshire
• Parliamentary constituency: Reading West and Mid Berkshire
• LSOA: West Berkshire 003B

Crime Statistics

19 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

• anti-social-behaviour: 6
• violent-crime: 4
• other-theft: 2
• other-crime: 2
• burglary: 1
• criminal-damage-arson: 1
• public-order: 1
• shoplifting: 1
• vehicle-crime: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Whitchurch-on-Thames.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Whitchurch-on-Thames.

• 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 Whitchurch-on-Thames based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

13 planning applications found near Whitchurch-on-Thames.

1. P26/S1609/HH - Swanston West High Street Whitchurch On Thames Reading RG8 7ER
   House: Proposed front extension, insertion of new windows to first floor side elevation and rooflights to main house. Roof: Retiling of main house roof with tiles to match, replacement double glazed
   Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-06-04
2. - 6 Swanston Field Whitchurch On Thames RG8 7HP
   Single storey porch extension and conversion of existing garage to provide ancillary accommodation.
   Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-27
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3. - The Greyhound High Street Whitchurch On Thames RG8 7EL
   Discharge of condition 3 (Drainage System) on planning permission P24/S2959/FUL The works are the laying of a hard non-porous surface of about 104 square metres to the rear of the property. The resurf
   Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-23
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4. - Cedar Lodge Care Home Eastfield Lane Whitchurch-On-Thames RG8 7EJ
   Discharge of condition(s) 16 (Internal plant details) and 17 (External plant details) on planning application P24/S2700/S73 (Section 73A application to vary conditions 3 (Landscaping compliance), 11 (
   Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-03
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5. - 6 Swanston Field Whitchurch On Thames RG8 7HP
   Enlargement of existing dormer, conversion of existing garage to provide ancillary accommodation comprising of gym and games room and changes to external materials (cladding) and fenestration includin
   Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-12-23
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6. - Uplands Cottage Hardwick Road Whitchurch On Thames RG8 7HH
   Discharge of condition(s) 9 (Landscaping (incl hard surfacing and boundary treatment)) on application ref P21/S4904/FUL (Demolition of existing dwelling and erection of new dwelling).
   Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-09-23
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7. - Oakfield Eastfield Lane Whitchurch-on-Thames RG8 7EJ
   Discharge of condition 12 (Details of Microgeneration System) on planning application P24/S0988/FUL (Replacement dwelling including a swimming pool building with linking roof to the east of the replac
   Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-03-29
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8. - 1 Eastfield Lane Whitchurch on Thames RG8 7EJ
   Single storey side extension.
   Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-02-04
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9. - Ebony Old Gardens Whitchurch On Thames RG8 7EH
   Discharge of condition 4(front access gate detail) on application P22/S0653/HH (Addition of detached garage, new front fence position, raised patio and brick and cladding colour).
   Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-10-28
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10. - Oakfield Eastfield Lane Whitchurch On Thames RG8 7EJ
    Discharge of condition 6(Arboricultural Method Statement and accompanying Tree Protection Plan) on application P24/S0988/FUL (Replacement dwelling including a swimming pool building with linking roof
    Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-07-12
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11. - Swanston House High Street Whitchurch On Thames RG8 7ER
    Non material amendment to P23/S1017/HH (New gable extension to front elevation, bringing front door to centre with landing window above, replacing existing 1st floor dormer window. Small single storey
    Status: Rejected | Type: Amendment | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-07-12
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12. - 1 Eastfield Lane Whitchurch On Thames RG8 7EJ
    Replacement windows.
    Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-07-10
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13. - Swanston House, High Street, Whitchurch-on-Thames, RG8 7ER
    New gable extension to front elevation, bringing front door to centre with landing window above, replacing existing 1st floor dormer window. Small single storey side extensions. Small alteration/exten
    Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-03-17
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A brief summary of Whitchurch-on-Thames in Oxfordshire

Whitchurch-on-Thames is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the South Oxfordshire district, along the banks of the River Thames, approximately 5.5 miles northwest of Reading. It is adjacent to Whitchurch Hill and faces the village of Pangbourne across the river. As of the 2001 census, Whitchurch-on-Thames had a population of 758, making it a quaint community with potential for planning applications in a scenic riverside setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 841 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Whitchurch-on-Thames covers an area of approximately 5.4 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were 19 crimes reported in the Whitchurch-on-Thames area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Whitchurch-on-Thames has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE, Whitchurch. 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 Whitchurch-on-Thames includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Sulham and Tidmarsh Woods and Meadows SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites; 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, Whitchurch-on-Thames planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.whitchurchonthames.com/. 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 Whitchurch-on-Thames

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Whitchurch-on-Thames. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Whitchurch-on-Thames maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.

The average decision time of 50 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Whitchurch-on-Thames were discharge of conditions (15), full planning applications (6), amendments (3).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 26 smaller schemes were submitted.

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