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Planning in Toot Baldon

Approved
93%
39 of 41 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Toot Baldon in the last 24 months, from South Oxfordshire District Council's planning register.

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Around Toot Baldon

Postcode districts

OX44 147 applications in the last 12 monthsOX14 357 applications in the last 12 monthsOX2 737 applications in the last 12 monthsOX49 86 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Oxfordshire District Council

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About Toot Baldon

Toot Baldon is a quaint village and civil parish located approximately 5 miles southeast of Oxford, Oxfordshire, with a population of 140 as recorded in the 2021 census. It operates under a grouped parish council alongside the neighboring parish of Marsh Baldon, making it an integral part of the local administrative landscape. This charming village may present unique opportunities for planning applications, reflecting its close-knit community and rural character. The settlement has a population of approximately 140 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Toot Baldon covers an area of approximately 4.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Toot Baldon 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 Toot Baldon a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Toot Baldon has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Toot Baldon 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.baldons.org.uk/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Toot Baldon, 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, 44 planning applications were submitted near Toot Baldon. Of these, 93% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (16), full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (6).

3 planning appeals were lodged, of which 2 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (67% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Toot Baldon?
In the last 24 months, 44 planning applications were submitted near Toot Baldon. The approval rate is 93%.
How long do planning decisions take near Toot Baldon?
The average planning decision time near Toot Baldon is 81 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 Toot Baldon?
The planning approval rate near Toot Baldon is 93%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Toot Baldon?
The most common type of planning application near Toot Baldon is discharge of conditions, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Toot Baldon?
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