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Planning in Hornton

Approved
100%
21 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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Around Hornton

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About Hornton

Hornton is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 3 miles (5 km) northwest of Banbury in Oxfordshire. Known for its charming rural character, it offers potential opportunities for planning applications that reflect the area's unique heritage and community needs. The settlement has a population of approximately 334 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cherwell district.

Hornton covers an area of approximately 5.9 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 Hornton 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 Hornton 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 Hornton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Hornton 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.hornton.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Hornton, 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, 26 planning applications were submitted near Hornton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were tree works (12), full planning applications (6), discharge of conditions (1).

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 Hornton?
In the last 24 months, 26 planning applications were submitted near Hornton. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Hornton?
The average planning decision time near Hornton is 79 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 Hornton?
The planning approval rate near Hornton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Hornton?
The most common type of planning application near Hornton is tree works applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Hornton?
You can search and track planning applications near Hornton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.