Oxford United Football Club is proposing to build a new stadium on land east of Frieze way in Kidlington and has applied to the council for planning permission.
On the 14 August 2025, members of the Planning Committee resolved to approve the application, subject to conditions, referral to the Secretary of State (as a departure from the development plan), and completion of a Section 106 agreement to secure mitigation measures.
On 11 September 2025, the Secretary of State issued a Direction preventing the council from granting permission without specific authorisation, to allow them further time to consider the proposal. The council is currently awaiting a response from the Secretary of State.
Further updates will be provided when available.
View the application on our planning register.