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Planning in Neat Enstone

Approved
97%
31 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Neat Enstone in the last 24 months, from West Oxfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Neat Enstone

Neat Enstone is a charming village located within the civil parish of Enstone, approximately 4 miles east of Chipping Norton and 15 miles northwest of Oxford. This expansive parish includes the villages of Church Enstone and Neat Enstone, along with several hamlets such as Chalford and Cleveley. As of the 2011 Census, the population stood at 1,139 residents across 453 households, with an estimated increase to 1,256 by 2019, making it a key area for planning applications and community development.

Property prices in Neat Enstone show an average sale price of £612,360, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Neat Enstone 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 Neat Enstone a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Neat Enstone 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Neat Enstone, 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, 36 planning applications were submitted near Neat Enstone. Of these, 97% were approved, with an average decision time of 65 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (14), discharge of conditions (9), outline applications (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

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 Neat Enstone?
In the last 24 months, 36 planning applications were submitted near Neat Enstone. The approval rate is 97%.
How long do planning decisions take near Neat Enstone?
The average planning decision time near Neat Enstone is 65 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 Neat Enstone?
The planning approval rate near Neat Enstone is 97%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Neat Enstone?
The most common type of planning application near Neat Enstone is full planning applications, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Neat Enstone?
You can search and track planning applications near Neat Enstone on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.