Kirtlington, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Kirtlington, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Kirtlington are administered by Cherwell District Council. View the full Cherwell District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Kirtlington
Kirtlington is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 6.5 miles west of Bicester in Oxfordshire. The area, which also encompasses the hamlet of Northbrook, had a population of 988 according to the 2011 Census, making it a small but vibrant community ideal for those considering planning applications in the region.
Population: 988 (2011) · Area: 14.5 km²
District: Cherwell
Website: http://www.kirtlingtonvillage.co.uk/
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £371,658 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Cherwell
- Parliamentary constituency: Bicester and Woodstock
- LSOA: Cherwell 017B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Kirtlington.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kirtlington.
- 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 Kirtlington based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
189 planning applications found near Kirtlington.
- - Red Rose Cottage Troy Lane Kirtlington OX5 3HA
T1 Cherry Tree - cut back 3-4 metres to boundary of neighbouring property.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-07-01
View full details - - Sunnyside Troy Lane Kirtlington OX5 3HA
RETROSPECTIVE - Installation of 6 solar panels on south facing roof of bungalow, 6 solar panels on west facing roof of bungalow and 4 solar panels on flat roof of garage
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-06-01
View full details - - Avenall Heyford Road Kirtlington OX5 3HL
T1 x Mature Lime Remove as much growth as feasible from around base of tree Remove epicormic growth from main stem to crown break Remove major deadwood Severe climbing Ivy
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-01-28
View full details - - Flights Mill Mill Lane Kirtlington Kidlington OX5 3HW
Variation of Condition 2 (plans) of 25/01622/F - To re-locate PV panels to obtain better and optimum sunlight for this site, with adjustments to panels and rooflight positioning. Glazing fenestration
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - Flights Mill Mill Lane Kirtlington Kidlington OX5 3HW
Variation of Condition 2 (plans) of 25/01623/LB - To re-locate PV panels to obtain better and optimum sunlight for this site, with adjustments to panels and rooflight positioning. Glazing fenestration
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-01-19
View full details - - The Forge North Green Kirtlington Kidlington OX5 3JZ
Refurbishment and alterations to the internal arrangements with minor external works to the existing dwelling including re-configuration of the single storey kitchen range, a new brick chimney and 3 ×
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-01-06
View full details - - The Forge North Green Kirtlington Kidlington OX5 3JZ
Single storey extension and associated internal alterations to an existing outbuilding to provide ancillary caregiver accommodation for the main house
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-12-15
View full details - - Plot 1 F I M Renewable Energy Farm Mill Lane Kirtlington Kidlington OX5 3HW
Permission in Principle - Proposed conversion of existing building to form 2 no. dwellinghouses
Status: Rejected | Type: Outline | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-11-05
View full details - - Bay Tree Cottage 1 Kytes Place Kirtlington OX5 3HN
Alterations to include single storey rear linking extension, garage conversion including removal of existing garage door and infilling of opening with new frontage to match historic, repointing, refur
Status: Rejected | Type: Heritage | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-10-03
View full details - - Bay Tree Cottage 1 Kytes Place Kirtlington OX5 3HN
Alterations to include single storey rear linking extension, garage conversion including removal of existing garage door and infilling of opening with new frontage to match historic, repointing, refur
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-10-03
View full details - - Willow Tree Barn Oxford Road Kirtlington OX5 3EZ
Reduce the height of a row of 25 conifer trees in the back garden of the property by 4.5 metres to maintain & allow more light into the garden.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-09-02
View full details - - Flights Mill Mill Lane Kirtlington Oxfordshire OX5 3HW
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Construction Environment Method Statement) and 4 (External Materials) 25/01623/LB
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-07-11
View full details - - Flights Mill Mill Lane Kirtlington Oxfordshire OX5 3HW
Discharge of Conditions 3 (Canal Bridge/Towpath Survey), 4 (Construction Environment Method Statement) and 5 (Materials) of 25/01622/F
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-07-11
View full details - - Flights Mill Mill Lane Kirtlington Kidlington OX5 3HW
Variation of Condition 2 (plans) of 24/01608/F - Applicants wish to raise central glazing panel to the North-West elevation to allow for improved view from mezzanine floor
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-06-20
View full details - - Flights Mill Mill Lane Kirtlington Kidlington OX5 3HW
Variation of Condition 2 (plans) of 24/01609/LB - Applicants wish to raise central glazing panel to the North-West elevation to allow for improved view from mezzanine floor
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-06-20
View full details - - 6 Park Close Kirtlington Kidlington OX5 3HR
Partial discharge of Condition 4 (Biodiversity Enhancement Management Plan) of 24/03056/F
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-06-16
View full details - - Kirtlington Church Of England School Heyford Road Kirtlington OX5 3HL
See Attached report work order.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-06-12
View full details - - 2 Hatch End Kirtlington OX5 3JU
To prune back 3 trees at the property by approx. 1 metre to previous cut. Tree 1: Apple tree located in the back garden of the property Tress 2: Cherry Tree located in the front garden of the property
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-04-22
View full details - - 2 Turnpike Cottages Oxford Road Kirtlington Kidlington OX5 3HB
T1 x Cherry Tree- educe crown by 1/3rd the tree has out grown its location,branches are close to neighbouurs shed. Also blocks out the sunlight and shades the pond that has living ceatures in.
Status: Undecided | Type: Trees | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-03-26
View full details - - The Forge North Green Kirtlington Kidlington OX5 3JZ
Change of Use of office building (and parking area) to ancillary residential accommodation to the Forge
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-03-24
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A brief summary of Kirtlington in Oxfordshire
Kirtlington is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 6.5 miles west of Bicester in Oxfordshire. The area, which also encompasses the hamlet of Northbrook, had a population of 988 according to the 2011 Census, making it a small but vibrant community ideal for those considering planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 988 (2011 estimate). It sits within the Cherwell district.
Kirtlington covers an area of approximately 14.5 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 Kirtlington show an average sale price of £371,658, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kirtlington a particularly low-crime area.
Kirtlington has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Kirtlington, Bletchingdon, Oxford Canal. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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 Kirtlington includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Kirtlington Quarry SSSI; 5 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kirtlington planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.kirtlingtonvillage.co.uk/. 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.
Planning Activity in Kirtlington
In the last 24 months, 65 planning applications were submitted near Kirtlington. Of these, 87% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.
This is broadly in line with the national average of approximately 87%. Kirtlington maintains a standard approach to planning decisions.
At 68 days on average, decisions near Kirtlington slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.
The most common application types near Kirtlington were tree works (25), full planning applications (19), discharge of conditions (10). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.
In terms of development scale, 8 medium-scale applications, 57 smaller schemes were submitted. The absence of major applications suggests the area is primarily characterised by smaller-scale improvements and extensions rather than large new developments.
4 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate). This relatively high appeal success rate suggests that the local authority may be refusing some applications that the Planning Inspectorate considers acceptable.
Application Outcomes
- Approved: 39 applications
- Refused: 4 applications
- Withdrawn: 2 applications
- Awaiting decision: 20 applications
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