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Planning in Chilton

Approved
91%
20 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chilton in the last 24 months, from Vale of White Horse District Council's planning register.

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,720 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Vale of White Horse district.

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.

The area around Chilton has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

To comment on or object to a planning application near Chilton, open it in the list above: each one links to the council's own page for it and shows any comment deadline.

In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Chilton. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (8), discharge of conditions (5), amendments (3). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chilton?
In the last 24 months, 33 planning applications were submitted near Chilton. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chilton?
The average planning decision time near Chilton is 84 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 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 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.
How can I track planning applications near Chilton?
You can search and track planning applications near Chilton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.