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Planning in Chesterton

Approved
79%
11 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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Around Chesterton

Postcode districts

OX26 206 applications in the last 12 monthsOX25 171 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cherwell District Council

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About Chesterton

Chesterton is a quaint village and civil parish located on Gagle Brook in north Oxfordshire, approximately 1.5 miles southwest of Bicester. Often referred to as Great Chesterton to differentiate it from the nearby Little Chesterton, the village boasts a population of 850 according to the 2011 Census. Its proximity to Bicester makes it an area of interest for planning applications, particularly for those looking to develop in a growing community. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,177 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cherwell district.

Chesterton covers an area of approximately 13.2 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Chesterton, 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, 20 planning applications were submitted near Chesterton. Of these, 79% were approved, with an average decision time of 70 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chesterton?
In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Chesterton. The approval rate is 79%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chesterton?
The average planning decision time near Chesterton is 70 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 Chesterton?
The planning approval rate near Chesterton is 79%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chesterton?
The most common type of planning application near Chesterton is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chesterton?
You can search and track planning applications near Chesterton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.