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Planning in Barton

Approved
86%
77 of 89 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Barton in the last 24 months, from Oxford City Council's planning register.

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About Barton

Barton is a village and suburb located 3 miles east of Oxford city centre, just beyond the Oxford Ring Road. It is adjacent to the areas of Headington, Risinghurst, and Marston. Historically part of the Headington parish, Barton has developed into a distinct community, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications and development opportunities in Oxfordshire. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,300. It sits within the Oxford district.

The area around Barton has 7 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Barton 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.bartoncommunity.com.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Barton, 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, 207 planning applications were submitted near Barton. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 53 days.

The most common types were tree works (33), outline applications (15), full planning applications (6).

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

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Barton?
In the last 24 months, 207 planning applications were submitted near Barton. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Barton?
The average planning decision time near Barton is 53 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 Barton?
The planning approval rate near Barton is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Barton?
The most common type of planning application near Barton is tree works applications, with 33 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Barton?
You can search and track planning applications near Barton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.