Taynton, Oxfordshire Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Taynton, Oxfordshire.
Oxfordshire · England · settlement
Planning applications in Taynton are administered by West Oxfordshire District Council. View the full West Oxfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Taynton
Taynton is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 1.5 miles northwest of Burford in West Oxfordshire. Nestled alongside Coombe Brook, a tributary of the River Windrush, Taynton is bordered to the south by the River Windrush and features rich natural boundaries, including Hazelden Brook to the north. With a population of 108 recorded in the 2001 Census, this quaint village offers a unique blend of rural charm and potential opportunities for planning applications in a tranquil setting.
Population: 95 (2021)
District: West Oxfordshire
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £331,553 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: West Oxfordshire
- Parliamentary constituency: Witney
- LSOA: West Oxfordshire 012C
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Taynton.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Taynton.
- 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 Taynton based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
9 planning applications found near Taynton.
- 26/01667/CND · Received: Thu 09 Jul 2026 · Validated: Thu 09 Jul 2026 - 20 Taynton Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4UH
Discharge of conditions 5 (surface water drainage scheme) and 7 (soft landscaping scheme) of planning permission 25/03101/HHD
Status: Undecided | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-07-09 - - 20 Taynton Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4UH
Discharge of conditions 5 (surface water drainage scheme) and 7 (soft landscaping scheme) of planning permission 25/03101/HHD
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-07-09
View full details - - Manor Farm House Taynton Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4UB
Refurbishment works to include demolition of existing orangery extension, erection of new single storey rear extension, alterations to existing building including replacement windows, refurbishment/re
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-07-03
View full details - - 45 Taynton Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4UH
Erection of 1.5 storey extension to west elevation to replace dormers, erection of a single storey extension to east elevation with addition of doorway to glazed link, addition of replacement bay wind
Status: Undecided | Type: Heritage | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - 45 Taynton Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4UH
Erection of 1.5 storey extension to west elevation to replace dormers, erection of a single storey extension to east elevation, partial conversion of loft to living space, demolition of detached garag
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-05-05
View full details - - Easter House 7 Taynton Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4UH
T1 Dead Apple - Fell T2 Apple - Fell T3 Bay - Fell T4 Leylandii - Fell Replanting the area with species suitable for the border.
Status: Permitted | Type: Trees | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-09
View full details - - Wisteria Cottage 41 Taynton Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4UH
Internal and external works including removing internal walls, rebuilding the staircase, adding underfloor heating, relocating the WC at ground floor and adding a shower room on the first floor, demol
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-10-04
View full details - - Wisteria Cottage 41 Taynton Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4UH
Internal and external works including removing internal walls, rebuilding the staircase, adding underfloor heating, relocating the WC at ground floor and adding a shower room on the first floor, demol
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-10-04
View full details - - Coombe House Taynton Burford Oxfordshire OX18 4UH
Replacement Garden Gate (Amended Plans).
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: West Oxfordshire | Date: 2024-04-29
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A brief summary of Taynton in Oxfordshire
Taynton is a picturesque village and civil parish located approximately 1.5 miles northwest of Burford in West Oxfordshire. Nestled alongside Coombe Brook, a tributary of the River Windrush, Taynton is bordered to the south by the River Windrush and features rich natural boundaries, including Hazelden Brook to the north. With a population of 108 recorded in the 2001 Census, this quaint village offers a unique blend of rural charm and potential opportunities for planning applications in a tranquil setting. The settlement has a population of approximately 95 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.
Property prices in Taynton show an average sale price of £331,553, 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 Taynton a particularly low-crime area.
Taynton has one conservation area within its boundaries: Taynton. 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 Taynton includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Taynton Quarries SSSI; 2 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Cotswolds. 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, Taynton 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.
Planning Activity in Taynton
In the last 24 months, 8 planning applications were submitted near Taynton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.
This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Taynton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.
The average decision time of 43 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Taynton were full planning applications (2), listed building and heritage (2), tree works (1). Full planning applications account for 25% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.
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