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Planning in Buckland Valley

Approved
100%
16 of 16 decided
Decision time
about 7 weeks
on average

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

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Around Buckland Valley

Postcode districts

CT16 144 applications in the last 12 monthsCT17 88 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Dover District Council

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About Buckland Valley

Buckland Valley is a settlement located in Kent, England.

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

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Buckland Valley 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 Buckland Valley, 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, 53 planning applications were submitted near Buckland Valley. Of these, 100% were approved, with an average decision time of 46 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (17), outline applications (6), discharge of conditions (3).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Buckland Valley?
In the last 24 months, 53 planning applications were submitted near Buckland Valley. The approval rate is 100%.
How long do planning decisions take near Buckland Valley?
The average planning decision time near Buckland Valley is 46 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 Buckland Valley?
The planning approval rate near Buckland Valley is 100%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Buckland Valley?
The most common type of planning application near Buckland Valley is full planning applications, with 17 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Buckland Valley?
You can search and track planning applications near Buckland Valley on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.