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Planning in Idbury

Approved
100%
11 of 11 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Idbury

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About Idbury

Idbury is a charming village and civil parish located in the picturesque Cotswold Hills of Oxfordshire, approximately 4.5 miles southeast of Stow-on-the-Wold in Gloucestershire. The parish encompasses the hamlets of Bould and Foscot, and as of the 2011 Census, it has a population of 240 residents. This quaint setting may offer potential for various planning applications, especially in residential development and community projects. The settlement has a population of approximately 129 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.

Property prices in Idbury show an average sale price of £612,360, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Idbury 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 (May 2026). This makes Idbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Idbury 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Idbury, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Idbury. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were tree works (3), discharge of conditions (2), outline applications (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Idbury?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Idbury. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Idbury?
The average planning decision time near Idbury is 45 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 Idbury?
The planning approval rate near Idbury is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Idbury?
The most common type of planning application near Idbury is tree works applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Idbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Idbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.