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Planning in Broadstairs

Approved
89%
54 of 60 decided
Decision time
about 9 weeks
on average

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

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About Broadstairs

Broadstairs is a picturesque coastal town located on the Isle of Thanet in east Kent, approximately 80 miles from London. As part of the civil parish of Broadstairs and St Peter's, it boasts a population of around 25,000 residents. Renowned as one of Thanet's premier seaside resorts, Broadstairs offers rich history and charm, with its name originating from a historic flight of chalk steps leading to an 11th-century shrine. This vibrant community is an attractive location for planning applications, particularly in the context of coastal development and tourism.

Property prices in Broadstairs show an average sale price of £373,580, based on 50 recent transactions recorded by HM Land Registry.

In terms of safety, there were no crimes reported in the immediate area during the most recent reporting period (September 2026). This makes Broadstairs a particularly low-crime area, which is often reflected in its desirability and property values.

The area around Broadstairs has 42 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Broadstairs 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 Broadstairs, 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, 90 planning applications were submitted near Broadstairs. Of these, 89% were approved, with an average decision time of 62 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (23), tree works (18), discharge of conditions (13).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 1 was allowed and 1 was dismissed (50% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Broadstairs?
In the last 24 months, 90 planning applications were submitted near Broadstairs. The approval rate is 89%.
How long do planning decisions take near Broadstairs?
The average planning decision time near Broadstairs is 62 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 Broadstairs?
The planning approval rate near Broadstairs is 89%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Broadstairs?
The most common type of planning application near Broadstairs is full planning applications, with 23 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Broadstairs?
You can search and track planning applications near Broadstairs on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.