How long do planning decisions take near Chilton?

The average planning decision time near Chilton is 75 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 Chilton?

The planning approval rate near Chilton is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Chilton?

The most common type of planning application near Chilton is full planning applications, with 8 submissions in the last 24 months.

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Chilton, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Chilton, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Chilton are administered by Vale Of White Horse District Council. View the full Vale Of White Horse District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Chilton

Chilton is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Vale of White Horse district of Oxfordshire, approximately 3.5 miles southwest of Didcot. Historically part of Berkshire, it became part of Oxfordshire following the 1974 local government boundary changes. According to the 2011 Census, the population of Chilton stands at 894, and the village benefits from its proximity to the A34 road, making it a relevant consideration for planning applications in the area.

Population: 1,720 (2021) · Area: 5.9 km²

District: Vale of White Horse

Website: http://www.chiltonvillagehall.co.uk/

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £358,540 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: South Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Didcot and Wantage
LSOA: South Oxfordshire 015E

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Chilton.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Chilton.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Chilton based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

11 planning applications found near Chilton.

- Murco Filling Station Newbury Road Chilton Didcot OX11 0RW
Reconfiguration of forecourt islands and installation of new forecourt canopy.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-16
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P26/V0653/FUL - Murco Filling Station, Newbury Road, Chilton, Didcot, OX11 0RW
Reconfiguration of forecourt islands and installation of new forecourt canopy.
Status: Undecided | Type: Minor Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-16
- Land adjacent to West House, Church Hill, Chilton, Didcot, OX11 0SH
Variation of condition 2(approved plans) on planning permission P25/V2076/FUL-to include for conversion of loft into habitable attic space. Construction of single self build dwelling house and associa
Status: Undecided | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-03-13
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P26/V0088/FUL - 18 Elderfield Crescent, Chilton, Didcot, OX11 0RY
Proposed erection of new timber outbuilding in rear garden for dog grooming business. Change of use of existing shed currently being used by the business in order to revert to residential domestic use
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-02-06
- 18 Elderfield Crescent Chilton Didcot OX11 0RY
Proposed erection of new timber outbuilding in rear garden for dog grooming business. Change of use of existing shed currently being used by the business in order to revert to residential domestic use
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2026-01-13
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- Land at Upper Farm Road Chilton Oxfordshire OX11 0PJ
Non material amendment on application ref. P25/V0381/S73 - to remove chimneys from Units 2, 4 and 5 and to remove flues from Units 1 & 3 (Variation of condition 7 (Drainage Details) on application P16
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-10-21
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- Land adjacent to West House Church Hill Chilton Didcot OX11 0SH
Construction of single self build dwelling house and associated landscaping (as amplified by contamination assessment and associated mapping received 28 October 2025)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-09-29
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- Land south of Road Eight Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Chilton Didcot OX11 0UD
Erection of a temporary contractors compound including 2.4m fencing around the perimeter. (Amended information received 11 August 2025 and 15 September 2025)
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2025-05-27
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- The Blenheims Main Street Chilton Didcot OX11 0RZ
Discharge of condition 5(Closure of Existing Access) on application P21/V2679/HH Demolition of existing rear conservatory, new single storey rear extension, relocate front door with new porch, new dri
Status: Permitted | Type: Conditions | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-12-11
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- Land off Upper Farm Road Chilton OX11 0PJ
Erection of eight semi-detached dwellings with associated landscaping, parking and access.
Status: Withdrawn | Type: Outline | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-06-16
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- 55 Chilton Field Way Chilton Didcot OX11 0SQ
Proposed loft conversion with roof windows.
Status: Permitted | Type: Outline | Council: Vale of White Horse | Date: 2023-05-16
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A brief summary of Chilton in Oxfordshire

Chilton covers an area of approximately 5.9 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 Chilton show an average sale price of £358,540, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Chilton a particularly low-crime area.

Chilton has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Chilton includes 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): North Wessex Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chilton planning applications can be searched by entering a local postcode above. Further local information can be found on the community website at http://www.chiltonvillagehall.co.uk/. 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.

Planning Activity in Chilton

In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Chilton. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 75 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Chilton may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision period of 75 days exceeds the 8-week target for minor applications but falls within the 13-week target for major schemes. Applicants should plan for approximately 11 weeks from submission to decision.

The most common application types near Chilton were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (5), amendments (3). Full planning applications account for 29% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 1 large-scale (major) development, 3 medium-scale applications, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

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