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Planning in Bladon

Approved
100%
14 of 14 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Bladon

Postcode districts

OX20 128 applications in the last 12 monthsOX29 472 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: West Oxfordshire District Council

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About Bladon

Bladon is a picturesque village and civil parish located on the River Glyme, approximately 6.5 miles northwest of Oxford, Oxfordshire. Notably, it is the final resting place of Sir Winston Churchill. As of the 2011 Census, the population of Bladon was recorded at 898, making it a small but significant community for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 923 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.

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

The area around Bladon has 18 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bladon 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 Bladon, 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, 22 planning applications were submitted near Bladon. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (3), full planning applications (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bladon?
In the last 24 months, 22 planning applications were submitted near Bladon. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bladon?
The average planning decision time near Bladon is 45 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 Bladon?
The planning approval rate near Bladon is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bladon?
The most common type of planning application near Bladon is discharge of conditions, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bladon?
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