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Planning in East Hendred

Approved
90%
18 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About East Hendred

East Hendred is a picturesque village and civil parish in Oxfordshire, located approximately 4 miles east of Wantage and west of Didcot, within the Vale of White Horse. Nestled along East Hendred Brook, the village boasts historical significance and excellent connectivity, being near the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus and the transport links of Didcot railway station and the M4 motorway. Notable sites include the Champs Chapel Museum, housed in a former 15th-century wayside chapel, making East Hendred a unique location for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,502 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Vale of White Horse district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the East Hendred 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 East Hendred a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around East Hendred has 2 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, East Hendred 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.hendred.org/.

To comment on or object to a planning application near East Hendred, 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, 28 planning applications were submitted near East Hendred. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 66 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (9), telecoms (7), listed building and heritage (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near East Hendred?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near East Hendred. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near East Hendred?
The average planning decision time near East Hendred is 66 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 East Hendred?
The planning approval rate near East Hendred is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near East Hendred?
The most common type of planning application near East Hendred is full planning applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near East Hendred?
You can search and track planning applications near East Hendred on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.