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Planning in Cheriton

Approved
94%
45 of 48 decided
Decision time
about 6 weeks
on average

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

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Around Cheriton

Postcode districts

CT19 99 applications in the last 12 monthsCT20 196 applications in the last 12 monthsCT18 162 applications in the last 12 monthsCT21 197 applications in the last 12 months

Applications in each district in the last 12 months.

Planning authority: Folkestone and Hythe District Council

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About Cheriton

Cheriton, a northern suburb of Folkestone in Kent, is strategically positioned near the English terminal of the Channel Tunnel and the significant Shorncliffe Camp army barracks. This location makes Cheriton an area of interest for planning applications, given its transportation links and military presence. It sits within the Folkestone district.

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

The area around Cheriton has 5 nature designations nearby, which may affect how planning applications are assessed.

For anyone interested in property development or monitoring local planning decisions, Cheriton 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 Cheriton, 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, 59 planning applications were submitted near Cheriton. Of these, 94% were approved, with an average decision time of 45 days.

The most common types were full planning applications (16), discharge of conditions (11), outline applications (5). 1 large-scale development was submitted during this period.

Common questions

How many planning applications have been submitted near Cheriton?
In the last 24 months, 59 planning applications were submitted near Cheriton. The approval rate is 94%.
How long do planning decisions take near Cheriton?
The average planning decision time near Cheriton 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 Cheriton?
The planning approval rate near Cheriton is 94%. The national average across England and Wales is 87%.
What types of planning applications are most common near Cheriton?
The most common type of planning application near Cheriton is full planning applications, with 16 submissions in the last 24 months.
How can I track planning applications near Cheriton?
You can search and track planning applications near Cheriton on Planning Signal. Create a free account to save searches, watch specific applications, and receive email alerts when new plans are submitted nearby.