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Planning in Bekesbourne

Approved
100%
13 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 8 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Bekesbourne in the last 24 months, from Canterbury City Council's planning register.

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About Bekesbourne

Bekesbourne is a picturesque village located within the parish of Bekesbourne-with-Patrixbourne in the Canterbury district of Kent, South-East England. As of the 1961 census, the village had a population of 538, making it a quaint community that may influence planning applications in the area. It sits within the Bekesbourne-with-Patrixbourne district.

Bekesbourne covers an area of approximately 8.5 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

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

The area around Bekesbourne has 9 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bekesbourne 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 Bekesbourne, 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, 18 planning applications were submitted near Bekesbourne. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 57 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), listed building and heritage (2), amendments (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Bekesbourne?
In the last 24 months, 18 planning applications were submitted near Bekesbourne. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Bekesbourne?
The average planning decision time near Bekesbourne is 57 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 Bekesbourne?
The planning approval rate near Bekesbourne is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bekesbourne?
The most common type of planning application near Bekesbourne is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bekesbourne?
You can search and track planning applications near Bekesbourne on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.