Charlton-on-Otmoor, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Charlton-on-Otmoor, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Charlton-on-Otmoor are administered by Cherwell District Council. View the full Cherwell District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Charlton-on-Otmoor
Charlton-on-Otmoor is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 9 miles northeast of Oxford and 6 miles southwest of Bicester, within the Cherwell district of Oxfordshire. Nestled on a ridge of Cornbrash at the northern edge of the Otmoor, this charming community had a population of 449 as recorded in the 2011 Census, making it a relevant area for those considering planning applications in a picturesque rural setting.
Population: 435 (2021) · Area: 3.3 km²
District: Cherwell
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £371,658 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cherwell
- Parliamentary constituency: Bicester and Woodstock
- LSOA: Cherwell 019D
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Charlton-on-Otmoor.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Charlton-on-Otmoor.
- 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 Charlton-on-Otmoor based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
8 planning applications found near Charlton-on-Otmoor.
- - The Old Stables Star House Church Lane Charlton On Otmoor Oxfordshire OX5 2TZ
Extension to existing annexe
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-01-16
View full details - - The Two Cottages Church Lane Charlton On Otmoor Kidlington OX5 2UA
To replace two west facing ground floor windows with like-for-like Heritage double glazed windows
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-01-15
View full details - - The Old Stables Star House Church Lane Charlton On Otmoor Oxfordshire OX5 2TZ
Extension to existing annexe
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-12-24
View full details - - Mill Farmhouse Church Lane Charlton On Otmoor Kidlington OX5 2UA
Removal of canopy over front door and small section of wall, replacement with new enclosed porch
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-02-07
View full details - - Village Farm The Broadway Charlton On Otmoor Kidlington OX5 2UB
Discharge of Conditions 6 (parking and manoeuvring areas) and 11 (Biodiversity Method Statement) of 22/01154/F
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-01-31
View full details - - Daisies High Street Charlton On Otmoor OX5 2UQ
Existing single storey extension to be demolished and replaced with 2-Storey rear extension with internal refurbishments and level-access.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2023-06-09
View full details - - Halton House High Street Charlton On Otmoor Kidlington OX5 2UG
Single storey rear extension to form a new kitchen and sitting area and conversion of the existing log store to the front of the property to a small ancillary room
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2023-05-26
View full details - - The Old Cemetery Fencott Road Charlton On Otmoor Oxfordshire OX5 2UT
T1 (Sycamore) - fell tree and tree replacement - subject to TPO 15/2022
Status: Rejected | Type: Trees | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2023-01-05
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A brief summary of Charlton-on-Otmoor in Oxfordshire
Charlton-on-Otmoor is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 9 miles northeast of Oxford and 6 miles southwest of Bicester, within the Cherwell district of Oxfordshire. Nestled on a ridge of Cornbrash at the northern edge of the Otmoor, this charming community had a population of 449 as recorded in the 2011 Census, making it a relevant area for those considering planning applications in a picturesque rural setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 435 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cherwell district.
Charlton-on-Otmoor covers an area of approximately 3.3 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.
Property prices in Charlton-on-Otmoor show an average sale price of £371,658, 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 Charlton-on-Otmoor a particularly low-crime area.
Charlton-on-Otmoor has one conservation area within its boundaries: Charlton-on-Otmoor. 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 Charlton-on-Otmoor includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Wendlebury Meads and Mansmoor Closes SSSI, Otmoor SSSI. 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, Charlton-on-Otmoor planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://oxford-consultants.tripod.com/charlton_on_otmoor.htm. 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 Charlton-on-Otmoor
In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Charlton-on-Otmoor. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Charlton-on-Otmoor may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
At 60 days on average, decisions near Charlton-on-Otmoor slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Charlton-on-Otmoor were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 5 smaller schemes were submitted.
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