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12 applications received or decided in the last 90 days · within 1 km of the centre of Chalkwell · updated daily · Maidstone Borough Council

Planning in Chalkwell

Approved
86%
43 of 49 decided
Decision time
about 11 weeks
on average

Applications within 1 km of the centre of Chalkwell in the last 24 months, from Maidstone Borough Council's planning register.

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Around Chalkwell

Postcode districts

ME10 238 applications in the last 12 monthsME9 289 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Maidstone Borough Council

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About Chalkwell

Chalkwell is a vibrant suburb of Southend-on-Sea, located in Essex, England, along the north bank of the Thames Estuary. Traditionally considered part of Westcliff-on-Sea, the Chalkwell ward is bordered by Woodfield Road to the west, London Road to the north, and Valkyrie Road to the east, making it an area of interest for planning applications and development opportunities.

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

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Chalkwell 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 Chalkwell, 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, 112 planning applications were submitted near Chalkwell. Of these, 86% were approved, with an average decision time of 79 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (35), discharge of conditions (24), outline applications (13).

2 planning appeals were lodged, of which 0 were allowed and 2 were dismissed (0% success rate).

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Chalkwell?
In the last 24 months, 112 planning applications were submitted near Chalkwell. The approval rate is 86%.
How long do planning decisions take near Chalkwell?
The average planning decision time near Chalkwell is 79 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 Chalkwell?
The planning approval rate near Chalkwell is 86%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Chalkwell?
The most common type of planning application near Chalkwell is full planning applications, with 35 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Chalkwell?
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