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Planning in Kingston Blount

Approved
86%
25 of 29 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

Decided by South Oxfordshire District CouncilCouncil page

Around Kingston Blount

Postcode districts

OX49 86 applications in the last 12 monthsOX39 73 applications in the last 12 monthsOX9 119 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: South Oxfordshire District Council

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About Kingston Blount

Kingston Blount is a quaint village located approximately 4 miles southeast of Thame in South Oxfordshire, nestled at the base of the scenic Chiltern Hills escarpment. This historic village features significant routes such as the ancient pre-Roman Ridgeway and Icknield Way, with the Ridgeway currently designated as a National Trail, making it an area of interest for potential planning applications and development projects. It sits within the Aston Rowant district.

Property prices in Kingston Blount show an average sale price of £491,517, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kingston Blount 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 Kingston Blount a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Kingston Blount has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kingston Blount 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://astonrowant.org.uk/.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Kingston Blount, 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, 34 planning applications were submitted near Kingston Blount. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (10), outline applications (4), discharge of conditions (4). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

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 Kingston Blount?
In the last 24 months, 34 planning applications were submitted near Kingston Blount. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kingston Blount?
The average planning decision time near Kingston Blount is 84 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 Kingston Blount?
The planning approval rate near Kingston Blount is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kingston Blount?
The most common type of planning application near Kingston Blount is full planning applications, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kingston Blount?
You can search and track planning applications near Kingston Blount on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.