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Planning in Didcot

Approved
91%
91 of 96 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Didcot in the last 24 months, from South Oxfordshire District Council's planning register.

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About Didcot

Didcot is a railway town and civil parish in South Oxfordshire, situated 15 miles south of Oxford and 10 miles east of Wantage. Renowned for its rich railway heritage, Didcot station has served as a key junction on the Great Western Main Line since its opening in 1844. This unique historical background may influence planning applications in the area, particularly in developments related to transportation and heritage preservation. The town has a population of approximately 32,186 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Didcot covers an area of approximately 8.5 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 Didcot show an average sale price of £404,322, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Didcot area, indicating a relatively low flood risk at present. This is a positive factor for both existing residents and those considering property purchases or new developments.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Didcot a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Didcot 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.didcot.gov.uk/.

Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Didcot, 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, 119 planning applications were submitted near Didcot. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 61 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (40), outline applications (14), discharge of conditions (10). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Didcot?
In the last 24 months, 119 planning applications were submitted near Didcot. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Didcot?
The average planning decision time near Didcot is 61 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 Didcot?
The planning approval rate near Didcot is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Didcot?
The most common type of planning application near Didcot is full planning applications, with 40 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Didcot?
You can search and track planning applications near Didcot on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.