How long do planning decisions take near Twyford?

The average planning decision time near Twyford is 62 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 Twyford?

The planning approval rate near Twyford is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Twyford?

The most common type of planning application near Twyford is tree works applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Twyford?

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Twyford, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Twyford, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Twyford are administered by Cherwell District Council. View the full Cherwell District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Twyford

Twyford is a charming linear village and rural civil parish located approximately 3 miles (5 km) south of Banbury in northern Oxfordshire. Its picturesque setting and community-oriented atmosphere make it an attractive area for planning applications and development opportunities.

District: Adderbury

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £382,909 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: West Northamptonshire
Parliamentary constituency: South Northamptonshire
LSOA: West Northamptonshire 048A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Twyford.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Twyford based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

7 planning applications found near Twyford.

- 4 Twyford Gardens Twyford Oxfordshire OX17 3JA
Demolition of existing rear extension, side extension, porch, garage and outbuilding. Two storey and single storey rear and side extensions. Canopy to front elevation
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-11-19
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- The Orchard 30 Kemps Road Twyford Oxfordshire OX17 3JS
Certificate of Lawfulness of Proposed Development - Single storey rear extension replacing existing conservatory
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-06-30
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- 5 The Rise Twyford Oxfordshire OX17 3HX
Larger orangery single storey extension to rear of property - height to eaves 2.6m, length 5m, overall height 3.6m.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2025-04-29
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- 2 The Rise Twyford Oxfordshire OX17 3HX
1 1/2 storey rear extension, internal alterations and formation of means of access and associated dropped kerb
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2024-09-05
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- 17 Twyford Gardens Twyford Oxfordshire OX17 3JA
The brick selected for the plinth to external walls has changed, and the driveway surface material has been revised to extend the gravel area. Some minor changes to the fenestration and internal plan
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2023-06-13
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- 18 Griffin Close Adderbury Oxfordshire OX17 3HR
Erection of a single storey rear extension with matching materials - height to eaves 2.6m, length 7m, overall height 3.6m
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2023-04-27
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- Morgans Orchard 9 Twyford Gardens Twyford OX17 3JA
First floor rear extension and roof extension to facilitate loft conversion with associated internal/external works.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Cherwell | Date: 2023-04-25
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A brief summary of Twyford in Oxfordshire

Property prices in Twyford show an average sale price of £382,909, 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 Twyford a particularly low-crime area.

Twyford has 2 conservation areas within its boundaries: Adderbury, Oxford Canal. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas 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.

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Planning Activity in Twyford

In the last 24 months, 32 planning applications were submitted near Twyford. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Twyford.

At 62 days on average, decisions near Twyford slightly exceed the 8-week statutory target for minor applications, though this is common across many councils.

The most common application types near Twyford were tree works (10), full planning applications (9), listed building and heritage (7). The significant number of tree-related applications is typical for areas with mature tree cover or active tree preservation orders.

In terms of development scale, 5 medium-scale applications, 27 smaller schemes were submitted.

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