How long do planning decisions take near Breach?

The average planning decision time near Breach is 55 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 Breach?

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

What types of planning applications are most common near Breach?

The most common type of planning application near Breach is discharge of conditions, with 10 submissions in the last 24 months.

How can I track planning applications near Breach?

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Breach, Kent Planning Applications

Recent planning applications near Breach, Kent.

Kent · England · settlement

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About Breach

Breach is a quaint settlement located in the picturesque Elham Valley, approximately one mile south of Barham in Kent, England. This charming area is known for its proximity to Barham Downs, making it a potential site of interest for planning applications related to residential development and rural projects.

District: Barham

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Town Insights

Property Prices

Average property sale price: £317,553 (based on 50 recent transactions from HM Land Registry).

Area Information

Admin district: Swale
Parliamentary constituency: Sittingbourne and Sheppey
LSOA: Swale 008A

Crime Statistics

0 crimes reported in 2026-02.

Flood Risk

No active flood warnings near Breach.

Keyword Scorecard

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

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 Breach based on the last 24 months of planning data.

Nearby Applications

4 planning applications found near Breach.

- 4 Hartlip Hill Hartlip Kent ME9 7PA
Erection of single storey rear extension with alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2026-04-07
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26/501305/FULL - 4 Hartlip Hill Hartlip Kent ME9 7PA
Erection of single storey rear extension with alterations to fenestration.
Status: Undecided | Council: Maidstone | Date: 2026-04-07
- 35 Hartlip Hill Hartlip Kent ME9 7NZ
Erection of a two storey front extension and entrance canopy.
Status: Permitted | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2025-12-17
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- 4 Oast Cottages Breach Lane Upchurch Kent ME9 7PH
Erection of single storey side and rear extension.
Status: Rejected | Type: Full | Council: Mid Kent | Date: 2023-08-17
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A brief summary of Breach in Kent

Property prices in Breach show an average sale price of £317,553, 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 Breach a particularly low-crime area.

Breach has one conservation area within its boundaries: Hartlip Village. 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.

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

In the last 24 months, 17 planning applications were submitted near Breach. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 55 days.

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

The average decision time of 55 days is within the government's 8-week statutory target for minor applications, indicating an efficient planning department.

The most common application types near Breach were discharge of conditions (10), full planning applications (4), amendments (1).

In terms of development scale, 2 medium-scale applications, 13 smaller schemes were submitted.

1 planning appeal was lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 1 was dismissed (0% success rate). This low success rate indicates that the council's refusal decisions are generally upheld by the Planning Inspectorate.

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