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Planning in Oldbury

Approved
94%
31 of 32 decided
Decision time
about 12 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Oldbury in the last 24 months, from Tonbridge and Malling Borough Council's planning register.

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About Oldbury

Oldbury is a settlement located in Kent, England.

Property prices in Oldbury show an average sale price of £199,735, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Oldbury 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 Oldbury a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Oldbury has 22 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

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

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Oldbury, 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, 52 planning applications were submitted near Oldbury. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 81 days.

The most common types were tree works (13), full planning applications (7), outline applications (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Oldbury?
In the last 24 months, 52 planning applications were submitted near Oldbury. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Oldbury?
The average planning decision time near Oldbury is 81 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 Oldbury?
The planning approval rate near Oldbury is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Oldbury?
The most common type of planning application near Oldbury is tree works applications, with 13 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Oldbury?
You can search and track planning applications near Oldbury on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.