How long do planning decisions take near Winterbrook?

The average planning decision time near Winterbrook is 38 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 Winterbrook?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Winterbrook?

The most common type of planning application near Winterbrook is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Winterbrook?

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Winterbrook, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Winterbrook, Oxfordshire.

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About Winterbrook

Winterbrook is a small settlement in Oxfordshire, located on the west bank of the Thames and adjacent to Wallingford. Transferred from Berkshire in 1974, it was incorporated into Wallingford for administrative purposes in 2015, despite local residents' objections. Currently, Winterbrook is part of the Wallingford ward under the South Oxfordshire District Council and remains within the Church of England parish of St Mary the Virgin, North Stoke, making it a unique area for planning applications and community development.

District: Cholsey

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £503,223 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

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

Crime Statistics

49 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 21
anti-social-behaviour: 5
public-order: 5
shoplifting: 4
other-theft: 3
other-crime: 3
burglary: 2
criminal-damage-arson: 2
drugs: 2
vehicle-crime: 2

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Winterbrook.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Winterbrook based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

10 planning applications found near Winterbrook.

- Winterbrook House 27 Winterbrook Wallingford OX10 9DX
External & Internal repairs
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-17
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- 4 Chalmore Gardens Wallingford OX10 9EP
Proposed single storey rear extension, part two storey front extensions, replacement and enlarged 1st floor roof structure incorporating side gables and rear dormer. Single storey set back attached si
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-23
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- Paddocks Reading Road Wallingford OX10 9DT
Enlargement of loft conversion to include roof alterations and a new increased sized dormer to the rear.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-16
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- The Sidings & Barley Close Wallingford OX10 9BX
Application for modification of Section 106 Agreement. Clauses 3.2 and 3.3 of the Section 106 Agreement are required to be amended to enable shared ownership lessees to purchase up to 100% share in th
Status: Permitted | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-11
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- 75 Brookmead Drive Wallingford OX10 9BH
Demolition of existing single-storey side and rear structures and summer room, with construction of a two-storey front/side extension, part single-storey rear extension, new porch, fenestration altera
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-01-29
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- 10 The Murren Wallingford OX10 9DZ
Single storey rear extension.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-01-26
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- 23 Portcullis Drive Wallingford Oxfordshire OX10 9LY
Single storey rear extension. Depth 3.50m Height 3.50m Eaves 3.00m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-09-22
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- Land North of A4130, Wallingford Bypass Wallingford OX10 9EJ
Non material amendment on application P22/S2257/FUL to vary the description of development to 'Residential development of up to 502 dwellings (including an extra care facility), additional education c
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-04-02
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- 49 Brookmead Drive Wallingford OX10 9BG
Single storey rear extension, conversion of integral garage and internal alterations.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-09-19
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- Winterbrook Nursing Home 18 Winterbrook Wallingford OX10 9EF
Creation of a temporary vehicular and pedestrian access for sales staff and visitors (for up to 24 months) associated with the construction of new dwellings being created pursuant to planning permissi
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-04-26
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A brief summary of Winterbrook in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Winterbrook show an average sale price of £503,223, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The Winterbrook area recorded 49 crimes in the most recent reporting period. As with any urban or suburban area, prospective residents may wish to review the detailed crime breakdown for further context.

Winterbrook has one conservation area within its boundaries: Wallingford. 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 Winterbrook 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.

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Planning Activity in Winterbrook

In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Winterbrook. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 38 days.

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

The average decision time of 38 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Winterbrook were full planning applications (10), listed building and heritage (6), outline applications (3). 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, 2 large-scale (major) developments, 2 medium-scale applications, 22 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 24 applications
Refused: 0 applications
Awaiting decision: 2 applications

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