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Planning in Enstone

Approved
97%
31 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Enstone

Enstone is a civil parish in Oxfordshire, located approximately 4 miles east of Chipping Norton and 15 miles northwest of Oxford. The parish encompasses the villages of Church Enstone and Neat Enstone, alongside several hamlets including Chalford and Cleveley. With a population of 1,256 as of 2019, Enstone is one of the largest parishes in the county, making it a significant area for potential planning applications and community development initiatives. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,242 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Enstone area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Enstone a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Enstone has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Enstone 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. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.enstonevillage.co.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Enstone, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Enstone. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Enstone?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Enstone. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Enstone?
The average planning decision time near Enstone is 65 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 Enstone?
The planning approval rate near Enstone is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Enstone?
The most common type of planning application near Enstone is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Enstone?
You can search and track planning applications near Enstone on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.