How long do planning decisions take near Boughton Aluph?

The average planning decision time near Boughton Aluph is 40 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 Boughton Aluph?

The planning approval rate near Boughton Aluph is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is approximately 87%.

What types of planning applications are most common near Boughton Aluph?

The most common type of planning application near Boughton Aluph is full planning applications, with 1 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Boughton Aluph?

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Boughton Aluph, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Boughton Aluph, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

Planning applications in Boughton Aluph are administered by Ashford Borough Council. View the full Ashford Borough Council planning applications page for approval rates and decision timelines.

About Boughton Aluph

Boughton Aluph is a quaint village and civil parish located in the Borough of Ashford, Kent, approximately 5 miles north of Ashford along the A251 road. The parish encompasses two villages, Boughton Aluph and Boughton Lees, as well as the small hamlet of Boughton Corner along the A28. It also features a portion of the built-up area of Ashford to the south-west and shares a grouped parish council with Eastwell. As of 2011, the population of Boughton Aluph was recorded at 2,490, making it a small but vibrant community for potential planning applications.

Population: 2,578 (2021) · Area: 9.9 km²

District: Ashford

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £438,290 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Folkestone and Hythe
Parliamentary constituency: Ashford
LSOA: Folkestone and Hythe 009D

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-05.

Keyword Scorecard

Planning constraint analysis based on the last 24 months of applications near Boughton Aluph.

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 Boughton Aluph based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

2 planning applications found near Boughton Aluph.

- White Hill Grain Store, White Hill, Boughton Aluph, TN25 4HB
Non-material amendment to planning permission PA/2024/1007 for "Erection of new crop store following the demolition of existing building and silos" to allow changes to reduce the height, width and foo
Status: Undecided | Type: Amendment | Council: Ashford | Date: 2026-06-03
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- Warren Cottage, Faversham Road, Boughton Aluph, Ashford, TN25 4HW
Proposed garage following the removal of existing.
Status: Conditions | Type: Full | Council: Ashford | Date: 2025-10-03
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A brief summary of Boughton Aluph in Kent

Boughton Aluph covers an area of approximately 9.9 km². The surrounding landscape and character of the area play an important role in how planning applications are assessed by the local authority.

Property prices in Boughton Aluph show an average sale price of £438,290, 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 Boughton Aluph a particularly low-crime area.

Boughton Aluph has one conservation area within its boundaries: No data available for publication by HE. Planning applications within or near this conservation area 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 Boughton Aluph includes 10 Ancient Woodland sites; 1 Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB): Kent Downs. These designations may affect planning decisions, as proposals near protected sites require environmental impact assessment and may face additional restrictions.

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Planning Activity in Boughton Aluph

In the last 24 months, 3 planning applications were submitted near Boughton Aluph. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 40 days.

This is notably above the national average of approximately 87%, suggesting a relatively permissive planning environment. Applicants near Boughton Aluph may find that well-prepared applications have a strong chance of success.

The average decision time of 40 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Boughton Aluph were full planning applications (1), outline applications (1), amendments (1). Full planning applications account for 33% of all submissions, covering new builds, change of use, and works that go beyond permitted development rights.

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