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Planning in Black Bourton

Only 5 decisions near Black Bourton in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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About Black Bourton

Black Bourton is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 2 miles south of Carterton in Oxfordshire, with a population of 266 according to the 2011 Census. Set alongside Black Bourton Brook, a tributary of the River Thames, the village borders RAF Brize Norton, with the northern boundary running along the main runway of the airfield. This proximity to a major military installation may influence planning applications and development opportunities in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 271 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Black Bourton 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 Black Bourton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Black Bourton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Black Bourton 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.black-bourton.co.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Black Bourton, 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, 6 planning applications were submitted near Black Bourton.

The most common types were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), tree works (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Black Bourton?
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Black Bourton.
What types of planning applications are most common near Black Bourton?
The most common type of planning application near Black Bourton is full planning applications, with 1 submission in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Black Bourton?
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