How long do planning decisions take near Gozzard's Ford?

The average planning decision time near Gozzard's Ford is 62 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 Gozzard's Ford?

The planning approval rate near Gozzard's Ford is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Gozzard's Ford?

The most common type of planning application near Gozzard's Ford is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Gozzard's Ford?

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Gozzard's Ford, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Gozzard's Ford, Oxfordshire.

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Planning applications in Gozzard's Ford are administered by Vale Of White Horse District Council. View the full Vale Of White Horse District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Gozzard's Ford

Marcham is a village and civil parish located approximately 2 miles west of Abingdon in Oxfordshire, with a population of 1,905 as recorded in the 2011 Census. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Cothill and Gozzard's Ford, situated to the east-northeast and northeast of the village, respectively. Historically part of Berkshire, Marcham and its surrounding areas were incorporated into Oxfordshire following boundary changes in 1974, making it a relevant consideration for planning applications in the region.

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Area Information

Admin district: Vale of White Horse
Parliamentary constituency: Oxford West and Abingdon
LSOA: Vale of White Horse 003G

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Gozzard's Ford.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Gozzard's Ford.

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 Gozzard's Ford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

1 planning application found near Gozzard's Ford.

- The Black Horse Gozzards Ford Abingdon OX13 6JH
Change of use of the land at the rear of the Black Horse to construction material storage and marble cutting shed & storage
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2024-09-13
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A brief summary of Gozzard's Ford in Oxfordshire

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Gozzard's Ford a particularly low-crime area.

Gozzard's Ford has one conservation area within its boundaries: Marcham. 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 Gozzard's Ford includes 3 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Barrow Farm Fen SSSI, Cothill Fen SSSI, Dry Sandford Pit SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Special Areas of Conservation (SAC): Cothill Fen. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Gozzard's Ford

In the last 24 months, 2 planning applications were submitted near Gozzard's Ford. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Gozzard's Ford may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Gozzard's Ford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Gozzard's Ford were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1). Full planning applications account for 50% 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, 1 smaller scheme were submitted.

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