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Planning in Sibford Gower

Approved
88%
23 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

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

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About Sibford Gower

Sibford Gower is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 6.5 miles west of Banbury in Oxfordshire, nestled on the north side of the Sib valley, directly across from Sibford Ferris. The parish also encompasses the village of Burdrop and had a recorded population of 508 according to the 2011 Census. Notably, a significant portion of Sibford Gower is designated as a conservation area, making it an important consideration for planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 520 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cherwell district.

Sibford Gower covers an area of approximately 7.1 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 Sibford Gower show an average sale price of £382,909, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Sibford Gower 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 Sibford Gower a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Sibford Gower 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://thesibfords.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Sibford Gower, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Sibford Gower. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 68 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (7), discharge of conditions (4), listed building and heritage (3).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 0 were dismissed (100% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Sibford Gower?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Sibford Gower. The approval rate is 88%.
How long do planning decisions take near Sibford Gower?
The average planning decision time near Sibford Gower is 68 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 Sibford Gower?
The planning approval rate near Sibford Gower is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Sibford Gower?
The most common type of planning application near Sibford Gower is full planning applications, with 7 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Sibford Gower?
You can search and track planning applications near Sibford Gower on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.