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Planning in Bobbing

Only 5 decisions near Bobbing in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

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

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Around Bobbing

Postcode districts

ME9 289 applications in the last 12 monthsME10 238 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Maidstone Borough Council

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About Bobbing

Bobbing is a village and civil parish located in the Swale district of Kent, England, roughly a mile north-west of Sittingbourne, contributing to its urban landscape. The parish encompasses the hamlet of Howt Green and the village of Keycol, with a recorded population of 1,969 as of the 2011 census. This growing community may present opportunities for various planning applications and developments. The settlement has a population of approximately 2,913 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Swale district.

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

The area around Bobbing has 1 nature designation nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Bobbing 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 Bobbing, 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, 16 planning applications were submitted near Bobbing.

The most common types were full planning applications (5), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (3).

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 Bobbing?
In the last 24 months, 16 planning applications were submitted near Bobbing.
What types of planning applications are most common near Bobbing?
The most common type of planning application near Bobbing is full planning applications, with 5 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Bobbing?
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