Skip to content

Planning in Fencott

Approved
67%
12 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

Decided by Cherwell District CouncilCouncil page

Around Fencott

Postcode districts

OX5 247 applications in the last 12 monthsOX25 173 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Cherwell District Council

For home projects and trades

About Fencott

Fencott is a picturesque hamlet located in the civil parish of Fencott and Murcott, approximately 4 miles south of Bicester in Oxfordshire. Nestled between the River Ray and Otmoor, this rural community offers a unique setting for potential planning applications, reflecting its charming landscape and proximity to nearby urban areas.

Property prices in Fencott show an average sale price of £371,658, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Fencott 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 Fencott a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Fencott, 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, 21 planning applications were submitted near Fencott. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (12), listed building and heritage (4), full planning applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Fencott?
In the last 24 months, 21 planning applications were submitted near Fencott. The approval rate is 67%.
How long do planning decisions take near Fencott?
The average planning decision time near Fencott is 84 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 Fencott?
The planning approval rate near Fencott is 67%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Fencott?
The most common type of planning application near Fencott is discharge of conditions, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Fencott?
You can search and track planning applications near Fencott on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.