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Planning in Yarnton

Approved
73%
11 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Yarnton in the last 24 months, from Cherwell District Council's planning register.

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About Yarnton

Yarnton is a charming village and civil parish located in Oxfordshire, approximately 1 mile southwest of Kidlington and 4 miles northwest of Oxford. With a population of 2,545 as recorded in the 2011 Census, it offers a blend of rural character and proximity to urban amenities, making it a noteworthy area for planning applications. The settlement has a population of approximately 3,226 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Cherwell district.

Yarnton covers an area of approximately 712.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Yarnton show an average sale price of £371,658, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Yarnton 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 Yarnton a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Yarnton has 3 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Yarnton 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.yarnton-village.org.uk.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Yarnton, 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, 25 planning applications were submitted near Yarnton. Of these, 73% were approved, with an average decision time of 77 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), outline applications (3), amendments (1). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Yarnton?
In the last 24 months, 25 planning applications were submitted near Yarnton. The approval rate is 73%.
How long do planning decisions take near Yarnton?
The average planning decision time near Yarnton is 77 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 Yarnton?
The planning approval rate near Yarnton is 73%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Yarnton?
The most common type of planning application near Yarnton is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Yarnton?
You can search and track planning applications near Yarnton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.