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Planning Applications in
Vale of White Horse

Vale of White Horse is part of the South East region. Search any postcode in Vale of White Horse to see recent planning applications near you — including extensions, new builds, demolitions, and change of use applications.

Vale of White Horse Council is often written as VWHDC and VoWH. The authority covers Abingdon, Wantage and Faringdon and the surrounding parishes.

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Planning Application Types in Vale of White Horse

Based on 616 applications tracked between 2025-12-01 and 2026-10-20.

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Householder

284 applications

46% of all applications

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Listed Building

92 applications

15% of all applications

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Minor Development

85 applications

14% of all applications

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Other Development

83 applications

13% of all applications

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Conditions

31 applications

5% of all applications

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Certificate of Lawfulness

10 applications

2% of all applications

bar_chart Vale of White Horse Planning Statistics

616
Applications tracked
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Householder
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Data period: 2025-12-01 to 2026-10-20 · Updated 28 October 2026

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What PlanWatch Is Tracking in Vale of White Horse

PlanWatch currently holds 616 Vale of White Horse planning records across 461 unique postcode locations, with tracked application dates from 2025-12-01 to 2026-10-20. The most common categories in this dataset are Householder (284), Listed Building (92), Minor Development (85).

Use this page to start with a postcode search, then open the official council record for the decision notice, drawings, consultation deadline and any later conditions. That matters because a short application description rarely shows the details neighbours and buyers care about: side windows, roof forms, access, drainage, tree works, opening hours or amended plans.

Recent Planning Applications in Vale of White Horse

Latest applications submitted to Vale of White Horse council.

P26/V4853/FUL 2026-10-20

Conversion of existing outbuilding to a home office, gym, and games room incidental to the enjoyment of the main dwelling house, including the enclosure of the existing under-eave overhang and the installation of front bifold doors. Demolition of existing outbuilding and replacement with a new outbuilding to house a golf simulator.

Grey Gables Great Coxwell Faringdon SN7 7LZ

Consultation Period
P26/V4564/HH 2026-10-19

Ground floor pitched roof side extension.

15 Kempster Close Abingdon OX14 3UU

Consultation Period
P26/V4572/HH 2026-10-16

Proposed timber framed side porch canopy.

1 Bow Cottages Bow Road Stanford In The Vale Faringdon SN7 8JB

Consultation Period
P26/V4543/HH 2026-10-15

Proposed loft conversion with four front facing velux windows.

1 Cromwell House Mullard Way Abingdon OX14 1DU

Consultation Period
P26/V4542/LB 2026-10-15

Repair and improvement works to two areas of external wall.

Frilford Grange Kingston Road Frilford Abingdon OX13 5NX

Consultation Period
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Objecting to a Planning Application in Vale of White Horse

Vale of White Horse Council can only weigh objections that raise a material planning consideration. Personal disputes, loss of a view and property value are not material and are set aside. These are the grounds that do count, with what Vale of White Horse's planning officers will expect you to evidence for each.

Then write the objection letter, or check what counts as a material consideration before you start. Objections normally have to reach Vale of White Horse Council inside the 21-day consultation window.

Frequently Asked Questions — Vale of White Horse Planning

How do I check planning applications in Vale of White Horse? expand_more
Enter your postcode on PlanWatch to instantly see all recent planning applications in Vale of White Horse. We show applications within a 1-mile radius, including extensions, new builds, and change of use applications.
How do I object to a planning application in Vale of White Horse? expand_more
To object to a planning application in Vale of White Horse, you need to submit your comments during the public consultation period (usually 21 days). Visit the Vale of White Horse council planning portal or write to their planning department. Your objection must be based on material planning considerations such as impact on privacy, traffic, or character of the area.
How long does planning permission take in Vale of White Horse? expand_more
Most planning applications in Vale of White Horse are decided within 8 weeks for minor applications and 13 weeks for major developments. However, complex applications or those requiring committee decisions can take longer. You can track the status of any application on PlanWatch.
Can I get alerts for new planning applications in Vale of White Horse? expand_more
You can search and save a postcode for Vale of White Horse in PlanWatch. Paid PlanWatch plans add email alerts for new applications near a monitored postcode, sent within hours of them reaching the council register.
What planning applications don't need permission in Vale of White Horse? expand_more
Some developments in Vale of White Horse fall under "permitted development rights" and don't need planning permission. This includes certain small extensions, loft conversions, outbuildings, and changes of use. However, if you're in a conservation area, listed building, or AONB, additional restrictions may apply. Always check with Vale of White Horse council before starting work.
Can planning applications affect my property value in Vale of White Horse? expand_more
Planning applications near your home in Vale of White Horse may affect how you use or assess a property. PlanWatch helps you find the application and link to the official council record; check the drawings, consultation dates and planning decision before making any property decision.
Is VWHDC the same as Vale of White Horse Council? expand_more
Yes. VWHDC and VoWH are the short form people use for Vale of White Horse Council, the local planning authority for the area. Searching a postcode on this page covers the same applications you would find on the Vale of White Horse planning portal.
Does Vale of White Horse Council cover Abingdon? expand_more
Yes. Vale of White Horse Council is the local planning authority for Abingdon, Wantage and Faringdon and the surrounding area. Enter any postcode in those towns on this page to see recent planning applications nearby.
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