Moreton (OX9), Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Moreton (OX9), Oxfordshire.

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Planning applications in Moreton (OX9) are administered by Cherwell District Council. View the full Cherwell District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Moreton (OX9)

Moreton, Oxfordshire, refers to several locations within the region, including the twin villages of North and South Moreton, historically part of the Moreton Hundred. Additionally, there is a hamlet located southwest of Northmoor and another near Thame in South Oxfordshire. The name "Moreton" translates to "farm in marshy land," reflecting the area's historical agricultural roots. This diversity in location makes Moreton an interesting point of interest for planning applications in various contexts across Oxfordshire.

District: Northmoor

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £487,470 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

• Admin district: South Oxfordshire
• Parliamentary constituency: Henley and Thame
• LSOA: South Oxfordshire 005A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Moreton (OX9).

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Moreton (OX9).

• 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 Moreton (OX9) based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

6 planning applications found near Moreton (OX9).

1. P26/S1367/HH - The Old Bell Road Running Through Moreton Moreton Thame OX9 2HX
   Erection of greenhouse
   Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-06-08
2. P26/S1767/HH - 9 The Furlongs Moreton Thame OX9 2HN
   Part two storey part single storey rear extension, new bay window to the front and replacement of windows to the existing house.
   Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-18
3. - Spencer Cottage Moreton OX9 2HX
   Discharge of condition 4 (materials) on listed building consent P25/S0708/LB (Removal of existing conservatory and colonnade. Replace with open fronted colonnade. New first floor room above existing e
   Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-24
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4. - Spencer Cottage Moreton OX9 2HX
   Certificate of Lawfulness for the existing residential use of land ancillary to the residential use of Spencer Cottage
   Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-18
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5. - Four Seasons Moreton Oxfordshire OX9 2HR
   Discharge of condition 4 (hedge and tree protection during development operations) and 5 (Surface water drainage scheme) (details required) on application P24/S0711/FUL (Demolition of existing dwellin
   Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-04-17
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6. - Land at Elm Tree Farm Moreton OX9 2HR
   Discharge of conditions 4 (Materials), 9 (Landscaping) and 10 (Landscape Management) on application ref. P22/S2881/FUL (Erection of a detached dwelling with access, parking and amenity space).
   Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2023-05-17
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A brief summary of Moreton (OX9) in Oxfordshire

Moreton, Oxfordshire, refers to several locations within the region, including the twin villages of North and South Moreton, historically part of the Moreton Hundred. Additionally, there is a hamlet located southwest of Northmoor and another near Thame in South Oxfordshire. The name "Moreton" translates to "farm in marshy land," reflecting the area's historical agricultural roots. This diversity in location makes Moreton an interesting point of interest for planning applications in various contexts across Oxfordshire. It sits within the Northmoor district.

Property prices in Moreton (OX9) show an average sale price of £487,470, 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 Moreton (OX9) a particularly low-crime area.

Moreton (OX9) has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Thame, Moreton. 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 Moreton (OX9) includes 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Moreton (OX9)

In the last 24 months, 6 planning applications were submitted near Moreton (OX9). Of these, 100% were approved.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Moreton (OX9) may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The most common application types near Moreton (OX9) were discharge of conditions (2), full planning applications (1), amendments (1).

In terms of development scale, 1 medium-scale application, 3 smaller schemes were submitted.

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