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11 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Birchington · updated daily · Thanet District Council

Showing 1 to 5 of 11 · received or decided in the last 90 days

130 Alpha Road, Birchington, Kent, CT7 9EAAwaiting decisionErection of 1No 4-bed dwelling with associated parking following demolition of existing garage.Full Planning PermissionReceived week of 2 Nov 2026F/TH/26/1131
1 Leslie Road, Birchington, Kent, CT7 9HGAwaiting decisionChange of use of existing garage and associated land to form 1no one bedroom dwelling (Use Class C3), together with single storey side and rear extensions, alterations to fenestration installation of rooflights and associated works.Received week of 26 Oct 2026F/TH/26/0924
16 The Square, Birchington, Kent, CT7 9ABAwaiting decisionChange of use from 2No commercial units (Use Class E) to 4no 1-bed and 4no 2-bed self-contained flats (Use Class C3) and 2No. commercial units (Use Class E) together with erection of first and second floor extensions and balconies.Received week of 26 Oct 2026F/TH/26/1053
Former St Mary Magdalene Church Woodchurch Road, Birchington, KentAwaiting decisionVariation of condition 2 of planning permission F/TH/23/1695 for the "Erection of 2no 2 bed and 2no 3 bed tourist accommodation together with landscaping and parking facilities" to allow changes their internal layouts, roof forms, elevations, fenestration and external materials, with amendments to the site layout, parking and landscapingFull Planning PermissionReceived week of 19 Oct 2026F/TH/26/1052
38 Devon Gardens, Birchington, Kent, CT7 9SSAwaiting decisionVariation of condition 2 of planning permission FH/TH/26/0578 for the "Erection of a single storey front and side extension, following removal of existing porch" to allow extension to the front wallReceived week of 12 Oct 2026FH/TH/26/0930

Planning in Birchington

Approved: 95%; 35 of 35 decided
Decision time: about 12 weeks; on average

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

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Around Birchington

Postcode districts

CT7 91 applications in the last 12 monthsCT8 40 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

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Planning authority: Thanet District Council

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About Birchington

Birchington is a vibrant village located in the Thanet district of Kent, England, with a population of approximately 10,505 residents. Often mistakenly referred to as Birchington-on-Sea, this name actually pertains to the local railway station, while the village itself is simply known as Birchington. This distinction is important for those researching planning applications in the area. The settlement has a population of approximately 10,395 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Thanet district.

Property prices in Birchington show an average sale price of £343,449, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry. There are currently no active flood warnings for the Birchington 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 Birchington a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Birchington has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Birchington 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.

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To comment on or object to a planning application near Birchington, 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, 63 planning applications were submitted near Birchington. Of these, 95% were approved, with an average decision time of 84 days.

The most common types were discharge of conditions (14), full planning applications (11), tree works (11).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Birchington?

In the last 24 months, 63 planning applications were submitted near Birchington. The approval rate is 95%.

How long do planning decisions take near Birchington?

The average planning decision time near Birchington is 84 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 Birchington?

The planning approval rate near Birchington is 95%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Birchington?

The most common type of planning application near Birchington is discharge of conditions, with 14 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Birchington?

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