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Planning in Nettlebed

Approved
91%
10 of 10 decided
Decision time
about 13 weeks
on average

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

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About Nettlebed

Nettlebed is a charming village and civil parish located in the picturesque Chiltern Hills of Oxfordshire, approximately 4.5 miles northwest of Henley-on-Thames and 6 miles southeast of Wallingford. The parish encompasses the hamlet of Crocker End, situated about half a mile east of the village. As of the 2011 Census, Nettlebed had a population of 727, making it a small yet vibrant community ideal for those exploring planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 777 (2021 estimate). It sits within the South Oxfordshire district.

Nettlebed covers an area of approximately 6.1 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 Nettlebed a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Nettlebed has 23 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Nettlebed 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.nettlebed.org.

To comment on or object to a planning application near Nettlebed, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Nettlebed. Of these, 91% were approved, with an average decision time of 89 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Nettlebed?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Nettlebed. The approval rate is 91%.
How long do planning decisions take near Nettlebed?
The average planning decision time near Nettlebed is 89 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 Nettlebed?
The planning approval rate near Nettlebed is 91%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Nettlebed?
The most common type of planning application near Nettlebed is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Nettlebed?
You can search and track planning applications near Nettlebed on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.