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Planning in Kidmore End

Approved
91%
32 of 33 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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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. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,395 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

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.

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

The area around Kidmore End has 17 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kidmore End 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 https://www.kepc.co.uk.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Kidmore End, 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, 39 planning applications were submitted near Kidmore End. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 60 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (15), discharge of conditions (9), amendments (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kidmore End?
In the last 24 months, 39 planning applications were submitted near Kidmore End. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kidmore End?
The average planning decision time near Kidmore End is 60 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 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 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 15 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kidmore End?
You can search and track planning applications near Kidmore End on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.