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Planning in Burham

Only 3 decisions near Burham in the last 2 years, too few to judge an approval rate.

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Burham in the last 24 months, from Medway Council's planning register.

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Around Burham

Postcode districts

ME1 238 applications in the last 12 monthsME5 211 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Medway Council

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About Burham

Burham is a village and civil parish located in the Tonbridge and Malling borough of Kent, England. With a population of 1,195 as recorded in the 2011 Census, it is situated close to the Medway towns, making it a relevant area for those researching planning applications in the region. The settlement has a population of approximately 1,294 (2021 estimate). It sits within the Tonbridge and Malling district.

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

The area around Burham has 10 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Burham 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 Burham, 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, 11 planning applications were submitted near Burham.

The most common types were full planning applications (3), outline applications (3), discharge of conditions (1).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Burham?
In the last 24 months, 11 planning applications were submitted near Burham.
What types of planning applications are most common near Burham?
The most common type of planning application near Burham is full planning applications, with 3 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Burham?
You can search and track planning applications near Burham on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.