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Planning in Kingham

Approved
90%
66 of 67 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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About Kingham

Kingham is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Cotswolds, approximately 4 miles southwest of Chipping Norton in Oxfordshire. With a population of 913 as recorded in the 2011 Census, it offers a charming rural setting that may be of interest for various planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 956 (2021 estimate). It sits within the West Oxfordshire district.

Property prices in Kingham 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 Kingham 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 Kingham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kingham 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://mycouncil.oxfordshire.gov.uk/(S(00fjalf1nzbrxm3owxfipj55))/mgParishCouncilDetails.aspx?ID=328.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Kingham, 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, 93 planning applications were submitted near Kingham. Of these, 90% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were tree works (22), discharge of conditions (18), full planning applications (17).

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Kingham?
In the last 24 months, 93 planning applications were submitted near Kingham. The approval rate is 90%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kingham?
The average planning decision time near Kingham is 46 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 Kingham?
The planning approval rate near Kingham is 90%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kingham?
The most common type of planning application near Kingham is tree works applications, with 22 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kingham?
You can search and track planning applications near Kingham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.