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Planning in Great Milton

Approved
94%
16 of 17 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Great Milton

Great Milton is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 7 miles east of Oxford in Oxfordshire. With a population of 1,042 as recorded in the 2011 Census, this thriving community may present various planning opportunities and developments for those interested in the local area. The settlement has a population of approximately 816 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Great Milton covers an area of approximately 7.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Great Milton show an average sale price of £532,965, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Great Milton 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 Great Milton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Great Milton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Great Milton 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.great-milton.co.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Great Milton, 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, 30 planning applications were submitted near Great Milton. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 88 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (6), tree works (2), discharge of conditions (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Great Milton?
In the last 24 months, 30 planning applications were submitted near Great Milton. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Great Milton?
The average planning decision time near Great Milton is 88 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 Great Milton?
The planning approval rate near Great Milton is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Great Milton?
The most common type of planning application near Great Milton is full planning applications, with 6 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Great Milton?
You can search and track planning applications near Great Milton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.