Betsham, Kent Planning Applications
Recent planning applications near Betsham, Kent.
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Planning applications in Betsham are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.
About Betsham
Betsham is a small hamlet located within the parish of Southfleet in Kent, England. Its rural charm and proximity to nearby towns make it an interesting area for potential planning applications and development opportunities.
District: Southfleet
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Town Insights
Property Prices
Average property sale price: £376,612 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).
Area Information
- Admin district: Gravesham
- Parliamentary constituency: Gravesham
- LSOA: Gravesham 012B
Crime Statistics
0 crimes reported in 2026-05.
Flood Risk
No active flood warnings near Betsham.
Keyword Scorecard
Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Betsham.
- Ecology & Wildlife Constraints (keywords: bats, bat survey, bat roost, great crested newt, GCN...)
- Trees & Landscape (keywords: tree preservation order, TPO, arboricultural, tree survey, root protection area...)
- Flood & Drainage (keywords: flood zone 2, flood zone 3, flood risk assessment, FRA, surface water...)
- Heritage & Conservation (keywords: listed building, grade II, grade II*, grade I, conservation area...)
- Green Belt (keywords: green belt, inappropriate development, very special circumstances, openness)
- Highways & Access (keywords: visibility splays, highway authority objection, access arrangement, parking provision, transport statement...)
- Refusal & Risk Indicators (keywords: refusal, delegated refusal, appeal dismissed, overdevelopment, character and appearance...)
- Planning Process & Appeals (keywords: appeal lodged, appeal allowed, appeal dismissed, public inquiry, inspector)
Planning Activity Summary
Approval rates, average decision times, and application type distribution for Betsham based on the last 24 months of planning data.
Nearby Applications
2 planning applications found near Betsham.
- 26/00697/FUL - Arendal Park Corner Road Southfleet Kent DA13 9LW
Erection of a two storey side and rear extension
Status: Undecided | Council: Dartford | Date: 2026-06-17 - - North End Farm Park Corner Road Southfleet Kent DA13 9LJ
Application under Schedule 2, Part 3, Class Q of the Town and Country Planning (General Permitted Development) Order 2015 as to whether prior approval is required for proposed change of use from agric
Status: Permitted | Council: Dartford | Date: 2025-09-17
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A brief summary of Betsham in Kent
Betsham is a small hamlet located within the parish of Southfleet in Kent, England. Its rural charm and proximity to nearby towns make it an interesting area for potential planning applications and development opportunities. It sits within the Southfleet district.
Property prices in Betsham show an average sale price of £376,612, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.
There were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period. This makes Betsham a particularly low-crime area.
Betsham has 3 conservation areas within its boundaries: Hook Green, Red Street, Southfleet. Planning applications within or near these conservation areas are subject to additional scrutiny to preserve the architectural and historic character of the area. Homeowners and developers should be aware that permitted development rights may be restricted.
Ecology & Nature Designations
The area around Betsham includes 1 Sites of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI): Swanscombe Peninsula SSSI; 3 Ancient Woodland sites. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.
For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Betsham 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.
Planning Activity in Betsham
In the last 24 months, 10 planning applications were submitted near Betsham. Of these, 67% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.
This is below the national average of approximately 87%, which may reflect stricter local policies, sensitivity of the area, or higher levels of speculative applications. Pre-application advice is particularly worthwhile near Betsham.
The average decision time of 45 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.
The most common application types near Betsham were discharge of conditions (5), amendments (2), other applications (1).
Nearby Towns
Explore planning applications in nearby areas:
- Southfleet planning applications
- Hook Green planning applications
- Stonewood planning applications
- Northfleet Green planning applications
- Longfield planning applications
- Green Street Green planning applications
- Bean planning applications
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Related Planning Guides
- What Is Planning Permission in the UK? — Planning permission is the formal approval you need from your local council before making certain changes to a building or piece of land.
- What Is Permitted Development? — Permitted development rights allow certain building works and changes of use without the need to apply for planning permission.
- How Long Does Planning Permission Take? — Typical timelines for planning permission decisions in the UK, from submission to approval, and what can cause delays.