How long do planning decisions take near Ascott Earl?

The average planning decision time near Ascott Earl is 25 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 Ascott Earl?

The planning approval rate near Ascott Earl is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Ascott Earl?

The most common type of planning application near Ascott Earl is discharge of conditions, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Ascott Earl?

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Ascott Earl, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Ascott Earl, Oxfordshire.

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About Ascott Earl

Ascott Earl is a charming village located in Oxfordshire, England, known for its historical significance. The village features the remains of a motte-and-bailey castle near the River Evenlode, offering insights into the area’s rich heritage which may influence planning applications and development opportunities.

District: Ascott-under-Wychwood

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Area Information

Admin district: West Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Banbury
LSOA: West Oxfordshire 005B

Crime Statistics

6 crimes reported in 2026-03.

Crime Breakdown

violent-crime: 5
other-theft: 1

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Ascott Earl.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Ascott Earl.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Ascott Earl based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

5 planning applications found near Ascott Earl.

- 24 Shipton Road Ascott Under Wychwood Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 6AF
Demolition of existing garage outbuilding, car port and shed. Construction of detached ancillary studio/storage outbuilding together with associated landscape works and widening of vehicular access.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-26
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- 12 Maple Way Ascott Under Wychwood Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 6AU
Installation of an electric vehicle charge point on the front of the dwelling, with associated cable channel in the footway outside the property
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-13
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- 5 Shipton Road Ascott Under Wychwood Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 6AF
Discharge of conditions 3 (Materials), 5 (Boundary Treatments), 6 (Surface water drainage), 9 (WSI), 12 (Landscaping), 14 (Access) of Planning Permission 24/01293/FUL.
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-10
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- 5 Shipton Road Ascott Under Wychwood Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 6AF
Discharge of Biodiversity Gain Plan condition of planning permission 24/01293/FUL
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-10
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- 5 Shipton Road Ascott Under Wychwood Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 6AF
Demolition of dwelling, erection of four dwellings with associated works
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-12-21
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A brief summary of Ascott Earl in Oxfordshire

There were 6 crimes reported in the Ascott Earl area during the most recent period, a moderate level that is broadly in line with similar-sized settlements.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Ascott Earl includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Ascott Earl

In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Ascott Earl. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 25 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Ascott Earl may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 25 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Ascott Earl were discharge of conditions (6), full planning applications (4).

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