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Planning in Murcott

Approved
55%
12 of 18 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Murcott

Murcott is a quaint village located in the civil parish of Fencott and Murcott, situated approximately 4 miles south of Bicester in Oxfordshire. Nestled between the River Ray and Otmoor, this area may present unique opportunities for planning applications, influenced by its picturesque landscape and proximity to nearby towns. It sits within the Fencott and Murcott district.

Property prices in Murcott show an average sale price of £371,658, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

The area around Murcott has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Murcott 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.cherwell.gov.uk/fencottandmurcottpc/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Murcott, 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, 24 planning applications were submitted near Murcott. Of these, 55% were approved, with an average decision time of 78 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (11), listed building and heritage (5), full planning applications (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Murcott?
In the last 24 months, 24 planning applications were submitted near Murcott. The approval rate is 55%.
How long do planning decisions take near Murcott?
The average planning decision time near Murcott is 78 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 Murcott?
The planning approval rate near Murcott is 55%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Murcott?
The most common type of planning application near Murcott is discharge of conditions, with 11 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Murcott?
You can search and track planning applications near Murcott on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.