Property & Development
Browse the latest Construction & Real Estate news and stories in Oxford and across Oxfordshire, including stories about building, managing, developing or investing in Real Estate in Oxford and across Oxfordshire.
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Home buying and selling reform has the potential to “transform” home sales in West Oxfordshire
In this opinion piece, Brendan Kay, Managing Director of Parkers Properties, voices his support for new Government reforms aimed at improving transparency, speeding up home sales and raising professional standards in the estate agency sector.
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EXOq innovation district plan near Kidlington sparks debate over green belt development
Plans for a major £900 million innovation district on Oxfordshire’s green belt have sparked strong opposition from campaigners and local groups, who warn of severe traffic impacts and accuse developers of a “betrayal” over land use commitments.
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Plans to redevelop Warneford Hospital reapproved after review by Oxford City Council committee
Plans to redevelop the historic Warneford Hospital site in Headington have been approved for a second time by Oxford City Council, despite cross-party objections over increased parking provision, environmental concerns and warnings of a potential judicial review.
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Planted Plates opens at Signal Yard as Milton Park’s first food and beverage operator
Independent café Planted Plates has opened at Signal Yard, Milton Park, becoming the first food and beverage operator at the £14m development. The opening marks a key milestone in the ongoing transformation of Signal Yard into a mixed-use social and retail destination.
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Oxford Covered Market: How the £8m regeneration could reshape a historic landmark
Oxford City Council has unveiled plans for an £8m programme of improvements to the Covered Market. A before-and-after vision shows how the historic market could be transformed while preserving its character and independent trading spirit.
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City Council invites public to consultation on £8m Covered Market improvement plans
Oxford City Council has opened a public consultation on proposals for an £8m programme of essential improvements to the Covered Market. The plans aim to upgrade ageing infrastructure, enhance accessibility and public spaces, and secure the long-term future of one of the city’s most historic trading sites.
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Bidwells launches 1,054-acre Nuneham Estate to market in rare Oxfordshire offering
Set within the village of Nuneham Courtenay near Oxford, the 1,054-acre estate combines heritage assets, diversified income streams and significant long-term development potential in a rare rural setting.
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West Oxfordshire leads the nation in first-time buyer demand
West Oxfordshire has emerged as the UK’s leading hotspot for first-time buyer demand, with a 45% year-on-year rise, significantly outpacing national trends as affordability pressures and housing supply constraints reshape the market.
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Bicester Motion unveils 10-year investment plan to drive growth and create skilled jobs in Oxfordshire
Bicester Motion has unveiled ambitious plans to expand its future mobility estate with new workspaces, affordable apartments and hotel facilities as part of a major 10-year investment vision for Oxfordshire.
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Flex Health Hub celebrates official launch at Milton Park’s Signal Yard
Flex Health Hub has officially launched at Signal Yard, Milton Park, offering physiotherapy, rehabilitation, fitness classes and holistic wellbeing support for occupiers and the wider Oxfordshire community.
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Water Eaton development to bring £24.6m investment and up to 400 affordable homes to Oxfordshire
Plans for up to 800 new homes at Water Eaton, including 400 affordable properties, have moved forward with a £24.6 million infrastructure investment package supporting schools, transport, sports facilities and community services across Oxfordshire.
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Bee House celebrates anniversary as demand grows for flexible innovation space at Milton Park
Bee House at Milton Park has celebrated its fourth anniversary on World Bee Day, marking four years of supporting more than 225 businesses through flexible workspace, collaboration and innovation in Oxfordshire.
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Priory Grove in Oxford reaches 75% sold amid strong demand for new homes
Croudace Homes has announced strong sales momentum at its Priory Grove development in Oxfordshire, with 75% of homes now sold. Located at St Frideswide Farm just north of Oxford, the scheme has attracted a range of buyers to its mix of contemporary one- to four-bedroom homes.
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Oxford North innovation district launches fitted labs and 100-seat auditorium
Oxford North, the city’s state-of-the-art flagship global innovation district, has launched its new fully fitted lab and office accommodation, alongside a state-of-the-art 100-seat auditorium.
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North South Wines expands headquarters at Bicester Motion
B Corp-certified wine distributor North South Wines has expanded its headquarters at Bicester Motion, relocating to a larger facility as the Oxfordshire-based business continues its rapid growth.
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Water Eaton scheme outline consent approved to deliver 800 homes and major infrastructure
Outline consent has been granted for an 800-home sustainable development at Water Eaton, including 400 affordable homes and major infrastructure investment.