Within the decision, the inspector cited the acute need for affordable housing in the area and the significant shortfall in the council’s five-year housing land supply as justification for the development, in accordance with the council’s development plan policies.

The parcel of land is located off Cote Road in West Oxfordshire, where there is a chronic shortage of open market and affordable housing.

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The UK’s largest RAF base — Brize Norton — is a major employer for the area and is located a 10-minute drive away.

Jordan Langdon-Bates, land and development director at Terra, commented: “West Oxfordshire’s traditional housing stock is considered largely unaffordable to those on lower incomes.

“However, the demand to live there — and benefit from the quality of life the scenic area offers — is high.

“More well-located sites need to be brought through the planning process so that quality new homes can be delivered to meet the needs of locals and those wishing to relocate.”