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Planning in Alvescot

Approved
82%
14 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Alvescot

Alvescot is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 1.5 miles south of Carterton in Oxfordshire, England. As of the 2011 Census, it has a population of 472 residents, making it a small but vibrant community that may be of interest for planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 467 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.

Alvescot covers an area of approximately 768.6 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Alvescot 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 (September 2026). This makes Alvescot a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Alvescot has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Alvescot 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.wospweb.com/site/ALVESCOT-PARISH-COUNCIL/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Alvescot, 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, 23 planning applications were submitted near Alvescot. Of these, 82% were approved, with an average decision time of 69 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Alvescot?
In the last 24 months, 23 planning applications were submitted near Alvescot. The approval rate is 82%.
How long do planning decisions take near Alvescot?
The average planning decision time near Alvescot is 69 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 Alvescot?
The planning approval rate near Alvescot is 82%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Alvescot?
The most common type of planning application near Alvescot is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Alvescot?
You can search and track planning applications near Alvescot on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.