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Planning in Brookland

Approved
92%
12 of 13 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Brookland in the last 24 months, from Folkestone and Hythe District Council's planning register.

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About Brookland

Brookland is a quaint village and civil parish in the Folkestone and Hythe district of Kent, situated approximately 5 miles west of New Romney. With a population of 479 as of the 2011 Census, it lies along the A259 road in Romney Marsh, attracting visitors to its charming Laughing Frog Teas Rooms. This unique setting makes Brookland an interesting location for planning applications, particularly in the context of tourism and local development. The settlement has a population of approximately 478 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Folkestone and Hythe district.

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

The area around Brookland has 4 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Brookland 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 Brookland, 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, 15 planning applications were submitted near Brookland. Of these, 92% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (4), discharge of conditions (3), outline applications (2).

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 Brookland?
In the last 24 months, 15 planning applications were submitted near Brookland. The approval rate is 92%.
How long do planning decisions take near Brookland?
The average planning decision time near Brookland is 45 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 Brookland?
The planning approval rate near Brookland is 92%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Brookland?
The most common type of planning application near Brookland is full planning applications, with 4 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Brookland?
You can search and track planning applications near Brookland on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.