How long do planning decisions take near Little Bourton?

The average planning decision time near Little Bourton is 42 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 Little Bourton?

The planning approval rate near Little Bourton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Little Bourton?

The most common type of planning application near Little Bourton is full planning applications, with 2 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Little Bourton?

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Little Bourton, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Little Bourton, Oxfordshire.

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Property Prices

Average property sale price: £362,428 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 048B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Little Bourton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Little Bourton.

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 Little Bourton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Little Bourton.

- The Dirt House Southam Road Little Bourton Oxfordshire OX17 1RH
Discharge of Conditions 3 (cycle storage) and 4 (car-parking) of 25/02066/F
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2026-04-14
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- Avon Cottage Chapel Lane Little Bourton Oxfordshire OX17 1RQ
Conservatory to rear (retrospective). Replacement of polycarbonate roof with Edwardian style, lightweight tiled roof.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2023-03-31
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A brief summary of Little Bourton in Oxfordshire

Little Bourton is a settlement located in Oxfordshire, England.

Property prices in Little Bourton show an average sale price of £362,428, 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 Little Bourton a particularly low-crime area.

Little Bourton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Oxford Canal. 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.

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

Planning Activity in Little Bourton

In the last 24 months, 4 planning applications were submitted near Little Bourton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 42 days.

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

The average decision time of 42 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Little Bourton were full planning applications (2), discharge of conditions (2). Full planning applications account for 50% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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