Burford, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Burford, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · Town
Planning applications in Burford are administered by West Oxfordshire District Council. View the full West Oxfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Burford
Burford, situated on the River Windrush in the scenic Cotswold hills of West Oxfordshire, is often dubbed the 'gateway' to the Cotswolds. Located 18 miles west of Oxford and 22 miles southeast of Cheltenham, it lies just 2 miles from the Gloucestershire border. With a population of 1,422 according to the 2011 Census, Burford's historical roots are reflected in its name, derived from Old English meaning "fortified town at a river crossing." This charming town presents a unique landscape for potential planning applications, blending heritage with natural beauty.
Population: 1,416 (2021)
District: West Oxfordshire
Website: http://www.burfordtown.com/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £803,935 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Oxfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Witney
- LSOA: West Oxfordshire 014C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Burford.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Burford.
- 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 Burford based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
27 planning applications found near Burford.
- - Cottesmore Westhall Hill Fulbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4BJ
Alterations to fenestration and construction of a porch to main dwelling, along with erection of a detached oak framed garage and erection of a timber clad studio/outbuilding and associated landscapin
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-06-16
View full details - - Long Wivets 170 The Hill Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4QY
Erection of a single storey extension and replacement of front elevation windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-06-11
View full details - - Long Wivets 170 The Hill Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4QY
Single storey rear extension, internal alterations and replacement of front east elevation windows
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-06-11
View full details - 26/01232/HHD - Long Wivets 170 The Hill Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4QY
Erection of a single storey extension and replacement of front elevation windows
Status: Undecided | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-06-11 - 26/01331/CAC - Pavillion At Tanners Lane Tanners Lane Burford Oxfordshire
Demolition and removal of existing timber framed sports pavilion. (Part Retrospective).
Status: Undecided | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-06-03 - - Land At E425131 N212639 Fulbrook Oxfordshire
Discharge of conditions 4 and 5 of permission 24/02957/FUL (Construction Method Statement and Method Statement for the relocation of the existing lamp column)
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-18
View full details - - Wysdom Hall 115 High Street Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4RG
Internal and external alterations to include changes to internal layout over ground and first floors, provide existing retail unit with a kitchenette and wc and conversion of small part of shop floor
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-04-28
View full details - - Cartref 21 Witney Street Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4RX
Variation of condition 5 of listed building consent 25/02252/LBC to allow drawing 7059-10 to be included within list of approved plans in relation to demolition of and rebuilding of West wall of outbu
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-16
View full details - - East View Meadow Lane Fulbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4BS
Alterations to dwelling to include increase in height of existing side flat roof, repositioning of front door and changes to fenestration along with conversion of garage to create additional living sp
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-26
View full details - - Orchard House Meadow Lane Fulbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4BW
Erection of a shed
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-11-18
View full details - - Cotters Bow House Burford Road Fulbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4BL
Erection of a shed
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-11-17
View full details - - Wysdom Hall 115 High Street Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4RG
Formation of natural swimming pool and associated landscaping within garden of dwelling
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-10-01
View full details - - Cartref 21 Witney Street Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4RX
Variation of condition 2 of planning permission 25/01470/HHD to allow the inclusion of solar panels to west facing roof slopes and an air source heat pump to north end of building
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-09-17
View full details - - Vicks Garage Guildenford Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4SE
Demolition of the existing building and the erection of a detached dwelling with access, parking and associated works. (amended plans)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-09-12
View full details - - Dower House Westhall Hill Fulbrook Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4BJ
Erection of a replacement conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-05-23
View full details - - Sydney Cottage Pytts Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4SJ
Internal and external works including removal of internal walls, construction of a new lobby, replacement staircase, loft conversion, installation of a gable dormer and window to the rear roof slope (
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-12-24
View full details - - Golden Pheasant Hotel 91 High Street Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4QA
Repairs including flaunching and pointing of chimney stacks; repointing of stone verges and ridges; re-bedding and securing of stone copings; repointing of the external walls; installation of a lead h
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-12-11
View full details - - 33A Priory Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4SG
Internal and external alterations to change the office to a flat and associated works to include replacement of existing doors and window.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-12-10
View full details - - 33A Priory Lane Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4SG
Conversion of office area to a flat and associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-12-10
View full details - - 89 Witney Street Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4RX
Conversion of two units into one and erection of flat roof single storey extension
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-08-02
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A brief summary of Burford in Oxfordshire
Burford, situated on the River Windrush in the scenic Cotswold hills of West Oxfordshire, is often dubbed the 'gateway' to the Cotswolds. Located 18 miles west of Oxford and 22 miles southeast of Cheltenham, it lies just 2 miles from the Gloucestershire border. With a population of 1,422 according to the 2011 Census, Burford's historical roots are reflected in its name, derived from Old English meaning "fortified town at a river crossing." This charming town presents a unique landscape for potential planning applications, blending heritage with natural beauty. The Town has a population of approximately 1,416 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.
Property prices in Burford show an average sale price of £803,935, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Burford a particularly low-crime area.
Burford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Burford. 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 Burford includes 1 Ancient Woodland site; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burford planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.burfordtown.com/. 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.
Planning Activity in Burford
In the last 24 months, 37 planning applications were submitted near Burford. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 47 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Burford maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
The average decision time of 47 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Burford were full planning applications (13), tree works (10), listed building and heritage (5). Full planning applications account for 35% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 20 applications
- Refused: 0 applications
- Withdrawn: 3 applications
- Awaiting decision: 14 applications
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