Oxford Canal Conservation Area

Oxford Canal is a mid-sized conservation area in England, covering approximately 97.8 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. The area contains 61 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 97.8 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade II 1-9 Canal RoadOX5 1LD
• Grade II Anyho Weir Bridge Number 188, at Sp 494337 Oxford CanalOX17 3NY
• Grade II Belchers Lift Bridge Number 189, at Sp 495 329 Oxford CanalOX17 3BP
• Grade II Bourton Lock Oxford CanalOX17 1RE
• Grade II Brick Kiln Approximately 60 Metres South West of Twyford Road Canal BridgeOX17 3JN
• Grade II Brick Kiln Approximately 70 Metres South West of Twyford Road Canal BridgeOX17 3JN
• Grade II Bridge 1.7 Kilometres North of Dashwood LockOX25 4QX
• Grade II Bridge 227, Oxford CanalOX5 1AY
• Grade II Bridge 228, Oxford CanalOX5 1UH
• Grade II Bridge Approximately 500 Metres North of Allen's Lock (Not Included)OX25 5NQ
• Grade II Bridge at Kings Sutton Lock Oxford CanalOX17 3JP
• Grade II Bridge at Shipton Weir Lock, Oxford CanalOX5 2QH
• Grade II Bridge at Somerton LockOX25 6LT
• Grade II Bridge Number 190 at Aynho WharfOX17 3BP
• Grade II Bridge Over Oxford Canal at Sp 4985 3148OX27 7LE
• Grade II Canal Bridge Approximately 60 Metres West of the Rock of Gibraltar Public HouseOX5 3AY
• Grade II Canal Cottage and Attached RailingsOX25 5PD
• Grade II Cropredy Lock Oxford CanalOX17 1PD
• Grade II Elkington Lock Oxford CanalOX17 1QA
• Grade II Field Bridge Number 145, Over Oxford CanalOX17 1FD

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Deddington1.5 km
• North Aston1.6 km
• Somerton2.6 km
• Duns Tew3.1 km
• Souldern4.1 km
• Aynho4.2 km
• Steeple Aston4.7 km
• Fritwell4.7 km

About Oxford Canal Conservation Area

Is my property in Oxford Canal Conservation Area?

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What restrictions apply in Oxford Canal?

Properties in Oxford Canal Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.

Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees