How long do planning decisions take near Botley?

The average planning decision time near Botley is 68 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 Botley?

The planning approval rate near Botley is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Botley?

The most common type of planning application near Botley is full planning applications, with 47 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Botley?

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Botley, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Botley, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

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

About Botley

Botley is a residential village located in the civil parish of Botley and North Hinksey within the Vale of White Horse district of Oxfordshire, England. Situated just west of Oxford city boundaries and historically part of Berkshire, the village lies along the Seacourt Stream, which flows into the River Thames. The A34 and A420 roads intersect to the north of Botley, making it a strategically positioned location for potential planning applications.

District: North Hinksey

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Area Information

Admin district: Vale of White Horse
Parliamentary constituency: Oxford West and Abingdon
LSOA: Vale of White Horse 001C

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Botley.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Botley based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

79 planning applications found near Botley.

P26/V1512/FUL - 2 Lime Road Oxford OX2 9EG
Change of use from a 4 bedroom residential dwelling (use class C3) to a 9 bedroom, 9 occupant Larger House in Multiple Occupation (Sui generis) and associated works including installation of bike and
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-06-09
P26/V2116/HH - 70 Hurst Rise Road Oxford OX2 9HH
Proposed single storey front extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-06-08
P26/V1123/LDP - 27 Cedar Road Oxford OX2 9EB
Proposed hip to gable loft conversion with rear dormer.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-04-20
P26/V0810/FUL - 93B West Way, Oxford, OX2 9JY
Proposed alterations and extensions to No. 93 West Way - comprised of two storey upwards extension and two storey rear extension - to form 5 no. additional flats, with associated works and operations,
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-31
P26/V0701/HH - 19 St Pauls Crescent, Oxford, OX2 9AF
Part Single and Part double storey side and rear extension. (As amended by drawings received 8 April 2026.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-30
- Land adj Convenience Store Chestnut Road Oxford OX2 9DU
Existing pole to be removed and proposed installation of 20m pole. Existing equipment to be removed from pole. Proposed installation of 12No. Antennas. Proposed installation of ERS.
Status: Permitted | Type: Telecoms | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-24
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- 26 Cope Close Oxford OX2 9AJ
Proposed Loft Conversion
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-23
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P26/V0708/LDP - 26 Cope Close, Oxford, OX2 9AJ
Proposed Loft Conversion
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-23
P26/V0548/LDP - 18 The Garth, Oxford, OX2 9AL
Loft conversion with hip-to-gable alteration to side of the existing hipped roof, addition of box dormer to rear roof plane, insertion of roof lights at principal elevation and insertion of new window
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-19
P26/V0322/FUL - Land adjacent to Matthew Arnold School, Arnolds Way, Oxford, OX2 9JE
Conversion of existing barn with extension to single self-build family dwelling (resubmission of approved scheme P20/V2700/FUL)
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-17
- 27 Maple Close Oxford OX2 9DZ
Siting of a caravan within the curtilage of the dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Outline | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-16
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P26/V0087/FUL - 69 Southern Bypass, Oxford, OX2 0LA
Two storey side and rear extension with upward extension and new roof with 4no. dormers and alteration to the front to allow for internal reconfiguration of the existing flats and the creation of one
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-16
P26/V0648/LDP - 27 Maple Close Oxford OX2 9DZ
Siting of a caravan within the curtilage of the dwellinghouse
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-16
- 21 Hutchcomb Road, Oxford, OX2 9HN
Demolition of existing garage and construction of new single storey side extension, replacement of existing finish to external walls, renovation of existing front boundary wall, external works and min
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-13
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P26/V0671/HH - 21 Hutchcomb Road, Oxford, OX2 9HN
Demolition of existing garage and construction of new single storey side extension, replacement of existing finish to external walls, renovation of existing front boundary wall, external works and min
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-13
P26/V0376/HH - 27 St Pauls Crescent, Oxford, OX2 9AF
Single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-11
P26/V0539/HH - 2 Hutchcombe Farm Close, Cumnor, Oxford, OX2 9HG
Rear and side extension with flat roof.
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-10
- 19 St Pauls Crescent Oxford OX2 9AF
Part Single and Part double storey side and rear extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-10
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- 18 The Garth Oxford OX2 9AL
Loft conversion with hip-to-gable alteration to side of the existing hipped roof, addition of box dormer to rear roof plane, insertion of roof lights at principal elevation and insertion of new window
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-04
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- 2 Hutchcombe Farm Close Cumnor Oxford OX2 9HG
Rear and side extension with flat roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-02
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A brief summary of Botley in Oxfordshire

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

Botley has one conservation area within its boundaries: North Hinksey. 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.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Botley includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Hurst Hill SSSI, Wytham Woods SSSI; 4 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Botley

In the last 24 months, 126 planning applications were submitted near Botley. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Botley may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 68 days on average, decisions near Botley slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Botley were full planning applications (47), amendments (12), outline applications (8). Full planning applications account for 37% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 20 medium-scale applications, 53 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 66 applications
Refused: 1 application
Withdrawn: 1 application
Awaiting decision: 58 applications

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