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Planning in Ambrosden

Approved
94%
15 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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Around Ambrosden

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About Ambrosden

Ambrosden is a civil parish and village located in Cherwell, Oxfordshire, approximately 3 miles southwest of Bicester and 13 miles from Oxford, connected by the A41 road. As of the 2011 Census, the population of Ambrosden stands at 2,248. The parish is bordered by the River Ray to the south, its tributary the River Bure to the west, and the outskirts of Bicester to the north, making it an area of interest for planning applications given its strategic location and natural boundaries. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,215 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cherwell district.

Ambrosden covers an area of approximately 7.3 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 Ambrosden 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 Ambrosden a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Ambrosden 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Ambrosden, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Ambrosden. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 92 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (5), full planning applications (4), amendments (2). 3 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Ambrosden?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Ambrosden. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Ambrosden?
The average planning decision time near Ambrosden is 92 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 Ambrosden?
The planning approval rate near Ambrosden is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Ambrosden?
The most common type of planning application near Ambrosden is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Ambrosden?
You can search and track planning applications near Ambrosden on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.