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Planning in Kintbury

Approved
78%
18 of 21 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

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

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About Kintbury

Kintbury is a charming village and civil parish located in the West Berkshire district of England, nestled between Newbury and Hungerford. It boasts excellent rail connections to Paddington and Reading, as well as access to local cultural attractions, including historical Roman and Norman sites. Surrounded by the stunning North Wessex Downs Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Kintbury also encompasses the hamlets of Clapton, Elcot, and Winding Wood, making it an appealing area for planning applications and development opportunities.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Kintbury 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 Kintbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Kintbury has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Kintbury 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.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Kintbury, 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, 41 planning applications were submitted near Kintbury. Of these, 78% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), tree works (5), outline applications (2).

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 Kintbury?
In the last 24 months, 41 planning applications were submitted near Kintbury. The approval rate is 78%.
How long do planning decisions take near Kintbury?
The average planning decision time near Kintbury 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 Kintbury?
The planning approval rate near Kintbury is 78%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Kintbury?
The most common type of planning application near Kintbury is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Kintbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Kintbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.