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Traffic Sensor Project
OCC are running a pilot to monitor traffic via small camera based sensors in residents' homes. To find out more about the project or apply to host a camera, click here.
Local Council Reorganisation Plans
There are three plans for the possible new arrangement of councils in the Oxford area. To see all, please check this webpage.
LCON Vacancy
LCON is looking for a new (voluntary) Chair to join the Board of Trustees.
Low Carbon Oxford North are looking for a new Chair to help scale up their work. Anyone interested in this (unpaid) position, can find more information here.
School Governor Role
Phil & Jim's
Phil & Jim is a local primary school that is currently looking for new School Governors. Please access full information here if you are interested
Parking Permit Changes
Replacement of Scratch Card System
Oxford County Council are replacing our local 'scratch card' system for visitors parking permits with an online version. Some local residents have started a petition to ask the Council to review their decision due to concerns over its workability, particularly for elderly and non-internet connected residents. If you would like to learn more, click here.
Traffic Filters Map
As of July 2024, the council has postponed the introduction of the proposed Traffic Filters until the Botley Road is re-opened.
You can click here to see a map showing the proposed location and times of operation of the filters but there is currently no date for their introduction.
Welcome Leaflet
Please click here for a copy of our ‘Welcome to Walton Manor’ leaflet
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We aim to keep local residents abreast of the latest developments in this distinctive part of Oxford.
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Canal Development Update
Oxford City Council has voted for decisive action on the Jericho Wharf site. The Council will now seek out a development partner with whom they can work to ensure progress on the site. And failing that, they will make a compulsory purchase.
At the meeting on March 18, the Cabinet of Oxford City Council unanimously adopted a recommendation from the planning officers for the City to intervene in the long-running saga of Jericho Wharf. Councillor Ed Turner, Deputy Leader of the Council and responsible for Finance and Asset Management, expressed his frustration that after so many years nothing had been achieved. “After recent interactions with the owner of this site, my patience is at an end. We simply have to crack on”.
Councillor Alex Hollingsworth, who has lived in Jericho for more than 30 years, spoke of the unique character of Jericho which often feels like a village. He argued that a lively Community Centre contributes customers to other local businesses. He also spoke of the need for a boatyard for the hundreds of people whose residential boats on Oxford’s waterways represent a low-income housing solution, and “whose homes cannot be maintained.”
Both Councillors gave credit to the people and groups such as the Jericho Wharf Trust who have voluntarily given huge amounts of time, in some cases for 20 years, on this issue.
The Council Cabinet then voted unanimously in support of the officers’ recommendation. This means that they have delegated to officers the task of seeking a development partner with a viable business plan, to try to acquire the Jericho Wharf site by agreement. Failing that, as a last resort, they will embark on a compulsory purchase.
For a fuller report of this meeting, please click here
Recycling this week
Normal collection would be on
Friday, 1 May
Green bins, brown bins and bags, food caddy.
No North Parade market this week
The market takes place on the second and fourth Saturday of the month.
List of Local Tradespeople
The residents of Kingston Road have put together this list.
Congestion Charge Permits
The County Council is introducing its new Congestion Charge from 29th October 2025. Residents can now apply for permits to allow some free days of travel through the cameras. For more information and a link to apply, see the Council Webpages. Here is a step by step guide if you need some assistance.
Fix My Street
Pothole? Broken Street Light? No road markings?
If you would like to report something to the County Council that you would like to have fixed, please use this website.
In the area : Jericho Online
The nearby area of Jericho is home to many shops, restaurants and other facilities. Their community website can give you up to date information on events that are coming up in the area.
In the area: St Margaret’s Institute
St Margaret's Institute runs a range of activities and services and has several rooms for hire.