How long do planning decisions take near Balscote?

The average planning decision time near Balscote is 49 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 Balscote?

The planning approval rate near Balscote is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Balscote?

The most common type of planning application near Balscote is discharge of conditions, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Balscote?

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Balscote, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Balscote, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Balscote are administered by Cherwell District Council. View the full Cherwell District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Balscote

Balscote, also known as Balscott, is a quaint village situated within the civil parish of Wroxton, Oxfordshire, approximately 4 miles west of Banbury. With historical roots tracing back to the Domesday Book of 1086, the name has evolved from Berescote to Balescot, reflecting its Old English origins which denote a home associated with a man named Bælli. This charming village offers a unique blend of history and rural character, making it a noteworthy consideration for planning applications in the region.

District: Wroxton

Website: http://www.balscote.org.uk

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £382,909 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Stratford-on-Avon
Parliamentary constituency: Stratford-on-Avon
LSOA: Stratford-on-Avon 015A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Balscote.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Balscote based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

9 planning applications found near Balscote.

- Manor Cottage Manor Farm Lane Balscote OX15 6JJ
T1 Holm Oak - crown thin 15%, reduce 0.5 - 1 metre max to cut out previous poor pruning
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-05-21
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- Swevenings Chapel Lane Balscote OX15 6JN
T1 Yew - Reduce height by 2 metres and reshape
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-02-23
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- Manor Farm Manor Farm Lane Balscote Banbury OX15 6JJ
FIVE DAY NOTICE Tree works per the attached schedule to T5.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-02-16
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- Peacehaven Manor Farm Lane Balscote Oxfordshire OX15 6JJ
Discharge of Condition 5 (slate sample) of 25/00626/LB
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-01-26
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- Grange Farm Chapel Lane Balscote Oxfordshire OX15 6JN
Discharge of Condition 3 (schedule of materials and finishes) of 23/00129/F
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-01-13
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- Roundhill House Manor Farm Lane Balscote OX15 6JL
Group of Corsican Pine trees Showing signs of crown thinning Excessive lean of tree over neighbours property with risk of falling/wind blow and light deprivation coupled with safety concerns - Fell
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-12-03
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- Grange Farm Chapel Lane Balscote Oxfordshire OX15 6JN
Discharge of Condition 4 (method statement for enhancing birds/bats and invertebrates) of 23/00129/F
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-11-12
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- Balscote House Chapel Lane Balscote Oxfordshire OX15 6JN
Discharge of Conditions 3 (biodiversity method statement), and the Biodiversity Net Gain Condition of 24/02179/F
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-04-02
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- Balscote House Chapel Lane Balscote Oxfordshire OX15 6JN
Discharge of Conditions 5 (landscaping scheme), 7 (boundary enclosures), 9 (covered cycle parking facilities), 10 (external lighting) of 24/02179/F
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-04-02
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A brief summary of Balscote in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Balscote show an average sale price of £382,909, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Balscote a particularly low-crime area.

Balscote has one conservation area within its boundaries: Balscote. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Balscote planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.balscote.org.uk. 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.

Planning Activity in Balscote

In the last 24 months, 12 planning applications were submitted near Balscote. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Balscote.

The average decision time of 49 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Balscote were discharge of conditions (5), tree works (4), full planning applications (2).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 10 smaller schemes were submitted.

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