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Planning in Chilson

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About Chilson

Chilson is a quaint hamlet and civil parish nestled in the Evenlode Valley of West Oxfordshire, approximately 4.5 miles south of Chipping Norton. The parish also encompasses the nearby hamlet of Shorthampton, located just 0.4 miles to the northeast. With a population of 141 recorded in the 2011 Census, Chilson’s name, originating from the Old English term for "estate of the young nobleman," reflects its historical roots and rural character, making it a unique area for potential planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 80 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.

The area around Chilson has 14 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chilson 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 Chilson, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.