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Planning in Aylesham

Approved
94%
45 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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About Aylesham

Aylesham is a village and civil parish located in the Dover district of Kent, England, approximately 6.5 miles southeast of Canterbury and 8.5 miles northwest of Dover. The parish, which includes the areas of Drellingore and Snowdown, had a population of 3,884 in the 2001 Census, rising to 3,999 by 2011. This growth indicates a developing community that may be relevant for those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 6,407 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Dover district.

There are currently no active flood warnings for the Aylesham 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 Aylesham a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Aylesham has 8 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Aylesham 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 Aylesham, 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, 70 planning applications were submitted near Aylesham. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 43 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (26), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (6). 5 large-scale developments were submitted during this period.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Aylesham?
In the last 24 months, 70 planning applications were submitted near Aylesham. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Aylesham?
The average planning decision time near Aylesham is 43 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 Aylesham?
The planning approval rate near Aylesham is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Aylesham?
The most common type of planning application near Aylesham is full planning applications, with 26 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Aylesham?
You can search and track planning applications near Aylesham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.