How long do planning decisions take near Kidmore End?

The average planning decision time near Kidmore End is 51 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 Kidmore End?

The planning approval rate near Kidmore End is 88%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Kidmore End?

The most common type of planning application near Kidmore End is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Kidmore End?

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Kidmore End, Oxfordshire Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Kidmore End, Oxfordshire.

Oxfordshire · England · settlement

Planning applications in Kidmore End are administered by South Oxfordshire District Council. View the full South Oxfordshire District Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Kidmore End

Kidmore End is a charming village and civil parish in South Oxfordshire, situated approximately 6 miles north-northwest of Reading, Berkshire. Nestled in the picturesque low Chiltern Hills and partly within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it offers a blend of natural beauty and accessibility. The A4074 road, which connects Reading to Oxford, runs along the western edge of the parish, making it a convenient location for planning applications in the region. Additionally, Kidmore End is just 6 miles from the historic town of Henley-on-Thames.

Population: 1,395 (2021) · Area: 10.9 km²

District: South Oxfordshire

Website: https://www.kepc.co.uk

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Area Information

Admin district: South Oxfordshire
Parliamentary constituency: Henley and Thame
LSOA: South Oxfordshire 019B

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Kidmore End.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Kidmore End.

Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)

Planning Activity Summary

Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Kidmore End based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Kidmore End.

P26/S1337/HH - Lilac Cottage Coopers Pightle Kidmore End Reading RG4 9AZ
Ground floor, single storey rear extension
Status: Undecided | Type: Other Development | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-04-23
- Church View Tokers Green Lane Kidmore End RG4 9AY
Non material amendment to application ref. P24/S1882/HH - Front porch canopy - change approved sloping zinc roof to flat lead-covered roof. Front garage dormer - change approved low pitched zinc roof
Status: Permitted | Type: Amendment | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-19
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- Little Oak Wood Lane Kidmore End RG4 9BE
Erection of a 3 bay garage & an outbuilding.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-03-05
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- Kidmore End Well House St John The Baptist's Church Tokers Green Lane Kidmore End RG4 9AY
Repair works to main structure of the Well House and associated areas.
Status: Permitted | Type: Heritage | Council: South Oxfordshire | Date: 2026-02-11
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A brief summary of Kidmore End in Oxfordshire

Kidmore End covers an area of approximately 10.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Kidmore End a particularly low-crime area.

Ecology & Nature Designations

The area around Kidmore End includes 16 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Chilterns. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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

Planning Activity in Kidmore End

In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Kidmore End. Of these, 88% were approved, with an average decision time of 51 days.

This is slightly above the national average of approximately 87%, indicating a broadly favourable planning environment near Kidmore End.

The average decision time of 51 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Kidmore End were full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (14), amendments (4). Full planning applications account for 39% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

In terms of development scale, 7 medium-scale applications, 33 smaller schemes were submitted.

Application Outcomes

Approved: 29 applications
Refused: 3 applications
Withdrawn: 1 application
Awaiting decision: 8 applications

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