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Planning in Allington

Approved
92%
22 of 24 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

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

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About Allington

Allington is a predominantly modern village located adjacent to the A20 road, north-west of Maidstone in Kent. As part of the Maidstone built-up area, it presents various opportunities and considerations for planning applications due to its contemporary development and strategic location. The settlement has a population of approximately 7,100. It sits within the Maidstone district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Allington 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 (September 2026). This makes Allington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Allington has 13 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Allington 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 Allington, 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, 59 planning applications were submitted near Allington. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 76 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), outline applications (9), tree works (4).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Allington?
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Allington. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Allington?
The average planning decision time near Allington is 76 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 Allington?
The planning approval rate near Allington is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Allington?
The most common type of planning application near Allington is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Allington?
You can search and track planning applications near Allington on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.