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10 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Burford · updated daily · Somerset Council

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Planning in Burford

Approved
83%
10 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Burford in the last 24 months, from Somerset Council's planning register.

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Around Burford

Postcode districts

BA4 204 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Somerset Council

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About Burford

Burford, nestled in the scenic Cotswold hills along the River Windrush, serves as a prominent gateway to the Cotswolds in West Oxfordshire, England. Located 18 miles west of Oxford and just 2 miles from the Gloucestershire border, this historic town has a population of 1,422, as recorded in the 2011 Census. Its name reflects its rich heritage, derived from Old English terms meaning "fortified town" and "river crossing," making it a unique area of interest for planning applications and developments.

Property prices in Burford show an average sale price of £655,550, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Burford has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burford 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Burford, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near Burford. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), tree works (7), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burford?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Burford. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Burford?
The average planning decision time near Burford is 50 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 Burford?
The planning approval rate near Burford is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burford?
The most common type of planning application near Burford is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burford?
You can search and track planning applications near Burford on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.