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Planning in Idstone

Approved
83%
19 of 20 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Idstone

Idstone is a hamlet located within the civil parish of Ashbury in the Vale of White Horse, Oxfordshire. Originally part of Berkshire, it became part of Oxfordshire following the 1974 boundary changes. Situated approximately 6 miles east of Swindon, Idstone offers a rural setting that may be of interest for planning applications in the surrounding area.

Property prices in Idstone show an average sale price of £289,998, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Idstone 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 Idstone a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Idstone 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 Idstone, 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 Idstone. Of these, 83% were approved, with an average decision time of 49 days.

The most common types were tree works (9), full planning applications (6), listed building and heritage (6).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Idstone?
In the last 24 months, 28 planning applications were submitted near Idstone. The approval rate is 83%.
How long do planning decisions take near Idstone?
The average planning decision time near Idstone is 49 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 Idstone?
The planning approval rate near Idstone is 83%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Idstone?
The most common type of planning application near Idstone is tree works applications, with 9 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Idstone?
You can search and track planning applications near Idstone on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.