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Planning in Grimsbury

Approved
85%
74 of 84 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Grimsbury

Grimsbury is a predominantly residential area located in the eastern part of Banbury, within the Cherwell district of Oxfordshire, England. Nestled east of the River Cherwell, the Oxford Canal, and the Cherwell Valley Line railway, it offers a mix of housing options and convenient transport links, making it an important area for planning developments and applications.

Property prices in Grimsbury show an average sale price of £382,909, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Grimsbury 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 Grimsbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Grimsbury, 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, 125 planning applications were submitted near Grimsbury. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (38), tree works (13), outline applications (9). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Grimsbury?
In the last 24 months, 125 planning applications were submitted near Grimsbury. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Grimsbury?
The average planning decision time near Grimsbury is 72 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 Grimsbury?
The planning approval rate near Grimsbury is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Grimsbury?
The most common type of planning application near Grimsbury is full planning applications, with 38 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Grimsbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Grimsbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.