How long do planning decisions take near Steeple Barton?

The average planning decision time near Steeple Barton is 83 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 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 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 9 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Steeple Barton?

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Steeple Barton, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Steeple Barton, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Steeple Barton are administered by West Oxfordshire District Council. View the full West Oxfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

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.

Population: 1,546 (2021)

District: West Oxfordshire

Website: http://www.steeplebartonpc.org.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £735,503 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Banbury
LSOA: West Oxfordshire 003B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Steeple Barton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Steeple Barton.

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 Steeple Barton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Steeple Barton.

- The Dairy 126C North Street Middle Barton Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 7DA
Construction of a part glazed link extension from main dwelling to existing annex and erection of a detached garage with associated works
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-04-28
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- The Small House 79 North Street Middle Barton Chipping Norton Oxfordshire OX7 7BZ
G1 Group of 10 Black Pine Trees (Pinus nigra) - Sectionary fell and replace Should the surrounding trees fail or be removed for safety concerns, it would be recommended that all the other Pines be rem
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2025-04-23
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A brief summary of Steeple Barton in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Steeple Barton show an average sale price of £735,503, 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 Steeple Barton a particularly low-crime area.

Steeple Barton has one conservation area within its boundaries: The Bartons. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Steeple Barton includes 2 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Middle Barton Fen SSSI, Horsehay Quarries SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Steeple Barton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.steeplebartonpc.org.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Steeple Barton

In the last 24 months, 20 planning applications were submitted near Steeple Barton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 83 days.

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

The average decision period of 83 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 12 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Steeple Barton were full planning applications (9), tree works (4), outline applications (2). Full planning applications account for 45% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 16 smaller schemes were submitted.

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