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Planning in Aldington

Approved
85%
22 of 23 decided
Decision time
about 10 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Aldington in the last 24 months, from Ashford Borough Council's planning register.

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About Aldington

Aldington is a picturesque village and civil parish located in the Ashford District of Kent, approximately eight miles southeast of Ashford. Perched on a steep escarpment, it offers stunning views over the agricultural Romney Marsh and the upper Stour, with notable landmarks such as Aldington Knoll, a former Roman burial site and beacon. As of the 2021 Census, the population of Aldington includes the nearby area of Bonnington, making it a relevant consideration for those researching planning applications in this charming rural locale. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,456 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Ashford district.

Aldington covers an area of approximately 1347.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

The area around Aldington has 20 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Aldington 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 Aldington, 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, 29 planning applications were submitted near Aldington. Of these, 85% were approved, with an average decision time of 72 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (12), discharge of conditions (5), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aldington?
In the last 24 months, 29 planning applications were submitted near Aldington. The approval rate is 85%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aldington?
The average planning decision time near Aldington is 72 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 Aldington?
The planning approval rate near Aldington is 85%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aldington?
The most common type of planning application near Aldington is full planning applications, with 12 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aldington?
You can search and track planning applications near Aldington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.