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Planning in Bletchingdon

Approved
88%
37 of 41 decided
Decision time
about 15 weeks
on average

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

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About Bletchingdon

Bletchingdon is a picturesque village and civil parish located 2 miles north of Kidlington and 6 miles southwest of Bicester in Oxfordshire. The parish also encompasses the hamlet of Enslow, situated just over a mile to the west. According to the 2011 Census, Bletchingdon has a population of 910, making it a small but vibrant community for potential planning developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,064 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cherwell district.

Bletchingdon covers an area of approximately 10.8 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

The area around Bletchingdon has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bletchingdon 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.bletchingdon-pc.org.uk.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Bletchingdon, 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, 54 planning applications were submitted near Bletchingdon. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 102 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (21), tree works (12), full planning applications (7). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bletchingdon?
In the last 24 months, 54 planning applications were submitted near Bletchingdon. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bletchingdon?
The average planning decision time near Bletchingdon is 102 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 Bletchingdon?
The planning approval rate near Bletchingdon is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bletchingdon?
The most common type of planning application near Bletchingdon is discharge of conditions, with 21 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bletchingdon?
You can search and track planning applications near Bletchingdon on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.