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Planning in Woodstock

Approved
93%
68 of 72 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Woodstock in the last 24 months, from West Oxfordshire District Council's planning register.

Decided by West Oxfordshire District CouncilCouncil page

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About Woodstock

Woodstock is a charming market town and civil parish located 8 miles northwest of Oxford in West Oxfordshire, England. According to the 2021 census, the parish has a population of 3,521, reflecting growth from 3,100 in 2011. This vibrant community offers a rich historical context, making it an important area for potential planning applications. The town has a population of approximately 3,521 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.

Property prices in Woodstock show an average sale price of £587,957, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Woodstock has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Woodstock 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.woodstock-tc.gov.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Woodstock, 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, 95 planning applications were submitted near Woodstock. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (22), listed building and heritage (8), tree works (6).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Woodstock?
In the last 24 months, 95 planning applications were submitted near Woodstock. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Woodstock?
The average planning decision time near Woodstock is 46 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 Woodstock?
The planning approval rate near Woodstock is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Woodstock?
The most common type of planning application near Woodstock is full planning applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Woodstock?
You can search and track planning applications near Woodstock on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.