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Planning in Steeple Barton

Approved
98%
49 of 50 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Steeple Barton

Steeple Barton is a civil parish located on the River Dorn in West Oxfordshire, approximately 8.5 miles east of Chipping Norton and 9 miles south of Banbury. The parish encompasses the village of Middle Barton, which houses the majority of its population, recorded at 1,523 in the 2011 Census. Key roadways include the A4260, which marks the eastern boundary, and a minor road connecting Middle Barton to Kiddington, defining part of the western boundary, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,546 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (May 2026). This makes Steeple Barton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Steeple Barton has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Steeple Barton 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.steeplebartonpc.org.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Steeple Barton, 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, 57 planning applications were submitted near Steeple Barton. Of these, 98% were approved, with an average decision time of 50 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), tree works (15), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Steeple Barton?
In the last 24 months, 57 planning applications were submitted near Steeple Barton. The approval rate is 98%.
How long do planning decisions take near Steeple Barton?
The average planning decision time near Steeple Barton is 50 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 Steeple Barton?
The planning approval rate near Steeple Barton is 98%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Steeple Barton?
The most common type of planning application near Steeple Barton is full planning applications, with 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Steeple Barton?
You can search and track planning applications near Steeple Barton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.