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Planning in Wolvercote

Approved
97%
31 of 31 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Wolvercote in the last 24 months, from Oxford City Council's planning register.

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About Wolvercote

Wolvercote, located in Oxfordshire, was served by Wolvercot Platform, a former halt on the Great Western Railway between Oxford and Banbury. This line, now referred to as the Cherwell Valley Line or the "Oxford Canal Line," plays a significant role in local transport, which may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area. It sits within the Oxford district.

Property prices in Wolvercote show an average sale price of £532,965, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Wolvercote 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 Wolvercote a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Wolvercote has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Wolvercote 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.wolvercote.org/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Wolvercote, 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, 59 planning applications were submitted near Wolvercote. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 82 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (11), tree works (7), full planning applications (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Wolvercote?
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Wolvercote. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Wolvercote?
The average planning decision time near Wolvercote is 82 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 Wolvercote?
The planning approval rate near Wolvercote is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Wolvercote?
The most common type of planning application near Wolvercote is discharge of conditions, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Wolvercote?
You can search and track planning applications near Wolvercote on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.